Poems of To-Day

Poems of To-Day

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Alpha Editions
Año de edición:
2026
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Poesía
ISBN:
9789376551910
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A hush falls over the early morning streets of Edwardian England, broken only by the quiet pulse of thought and feeling that stirs beneath the surface of everyday life. Within these pages, the voices of a generation find their echo-poets reflecting the shifting moods, hopes, and uncertainties of the twentieth century. This distinguished english poetry collection gathers the work of many hands, each poem a window into the lived experience and lyrical imagination of its era. The anthology moves with subtle grace from the intimate to the universal, offering modern english poems that contemplate the beauty and brevity of existence. Whether capturing the fleeting light on a London pavement or the deeper shadows of the human heart, these verses speak with candour and resonance. The selection is wide-ranging, encompassing both celebrated names and lesser-known talents, united by a shared commitment to clarity, feeling, and the music of english verse. The result is a british poetry book that feels both personal and panoramic, vivid in its depiction of early 1900s poetry and the concerns of adulthood.There is a reflective quality to these poems about life, a sense of inwardness and self-examination that invites the reader to pause and consider their own place in the world. The language is at once precise and evocative, drawing on the traditions of lyrical poetry english while also embracing the new rhythms and sensibilities of its time. For those seeking a poetry gift book or a thoughtful addition to a personal library, this volume offers a carefully curated english verse selection that rewards repeated reading.This book was out of print for decades and is now republished by Alpha Editions. It has been restored for today’s and future generations. This edition is not just a reprint - it’s a collector’s item and a cultural treasure.

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