East and West: Poems
Exploring the Cultural Contrasts of America in Classic VerseBy Bret Harte
Length1h 35m
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In "East and West: Poems," Bret Harte presents a compelling collection that explores the stark contrasts and cultural landscapes of America in the late 19th century. Through a masterful blend of lyrical elegance and vivid imagery, Harte captures the essence of the American experience, depicting both the rugged West and the genteel East. The poems reflect a transitional period in American literature, bridging romanticism with the burgeoning realism of his time, while also addressing themes of longing, displacement, and identity that remain relevant today. Bret Harte, a pivotal figure in American literature, is celebrated for his contributions to regionalism and his ability to depict the complexities of frontier life. His upbringing in a rapidly changing America fostered a deep understanding of the socio-cultural dynamics at play. Through his keen observations and thoughtful reflection, Harte not only carved out a unique literary voice but also contributed to the national conversation about the American identity, making his works a significant part of the American literary canon. "East and West: Poems" is recommended for readers who appreciate rich, evocative poetry that captures the spirit of a bygone era while offering timeless insights into the human experience. Harte's keen observations and emotive language resonate with anyone seeking to understand the intricate tapestry of American culture and the poetry that reflects its diverse narratives.
Audiobook details
GenrePoetry
Length1 hr 35 mins
Narrated byListen with 1,000+ voices
FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateDec 5, 2019
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1Introduction
24The Lost Galleon.
2Part I.
25A Second Review of the Grand Army.
3Part II.
26Part II.
4Part I.
27Before the Curtain.
5A Greyport Legend.: (1797.)
28The Stage-Driver's Story.
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6A Newport Romance.
29Aspiring Miss de Laine.: A Chemical Narrative.
7The Hawk's Nest.: (Sierras.)
30California Madrigal.: On the Approach of Spring.
8In the Mission Garden.: (1865.)
31St. Thomas.
9The Old Major Explains.: (Re-Union Army of the Potomac, 12th May, 1871.)
32A Geographical Survey.: (1868.)
10"Seventy-Nine": Mr. Interviewer Interviewed.
33The Ballad of Mr. Cooke.: A Legend of the Cliff House, San Francisco.
11His Answer to "Her Letter.": Reported by Truthful James.
34The Legends of the Rhine.
12Further Language from Truthful James.
35Mrs. Judge Jenkins.: [Being the Only Genuine Sequel to "Maud Muller."]
13(Nye's Ford, Stanislaus.): (1870.)
36Avitor.: An Aerial Retrospect.
14The Wonderful Spring of San Joaquin.
37A White-Pine Ballad.
15On a Cone of the Big Trees.: Sequoia Gigantea.
38What the Wolf Really Said to Little Red Riding-Hood.
16A Sanitary Message.
39The Ritualist.
17The Copperhead.: (1864.)
40A Moral Vindicator.
18On a Pen of Thomas Starr King.
41Songs Without Sense.
19Lone Mountain.: (Cemetery, San Francisco.)
42For the Parlor and Piano.
20California's Greeting to Seward.: (1869.)
43I.—The Personified Sentimental.
21The Two Ships.
44II.—The Homely Pathetic.
22The Goddess.: For the Sanitary Fair.
45III.—Swiss Air.
23Address.: Opening of the California Theatre, San Francisco, Jan. 19, 1870
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