
Rose and Roof-Tree — Poems
Exploring Nature, Love, and the Human Experience in Romantic Verse CollectionBy George Parsons LathropLength1h 28m
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In "Rose and Roof-Tree 'Äî Poems," George Parsons Lathrop delves into the complexities of human emotion and the natural world, employing a rich, lyrical style that reflects his deep engagement with Victorian literary traditions. The collection artfully intertwines themes of love, loss, and the transient beauty of nature, offering readers an evocative landscape filled with vivid imagery and delicate metaphors. Lathrop'Äôs mastery of musicality in verse is coupled with a profound introspection, ensconcing his poetic voice within the broader context of 19th-century American literature, marked by both Romantic and Transcendental influences. George Parsons Lathrop (1851-1898) was not only a poet but also a significant literary figure whose interests spanned criticism, fiction, and biography. As the husband of writer Rose Lathrop, who greatly influenced his artistic sensibilities, Lathrop's literary pursuits were deeply informed by his eclectic exposure to the literary circles of New England. His deep appreciation for nature and spirituality, viewed through a lens of personal experience, profoundly shaped the themes and emotional resonance found in this collection. "Rose and Roof-Tree" is an essential read for those interested in the intersections of nature and emotion in poetry. Lathrop'Äôs work invites readers to explore the depth of the human experience while celebrating the beauty of the world around us. The collection's lyrical beauty and reflective wisdom make it a valuable addition to any poetry lover's library.
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GenrePoetry
Length1 hr 28 mins
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FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateDec 23, 2019
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1WINDFALLS.
26FIRST GLANCE.
2PART FIRST.
27"THE SUNSHINE OF THINE EYES."
3PART SECOND.
28"WHEN, LOOKING DEEPLY IN THY FACE."
4WINDFALLS.
29WITHIN A YEAR
5ROSE AND ROOF-TREE.
30II.
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6MUSIC OF GROWTH.
31III.
7A SONG LONG AGO.
32IV.
8MELANCHOLY.
33THE SINGING WIRE.
9CONTENTMENT.
34MOODS OF LOVE.
10PART FIRST.
35I.
11AN APRIL ARIA.
36II.
12THE BOBOLINK.
37III.
13THE SUN-SHOWER.
38IV.
14JUNE LONGINGS.
39V.
15A RUNE OF THE RAIN.
40VI.
16II.
41LOVE'S DEFEAT.
17III.
42MAY AND MARRIAGE.
18IV.
43THE LOVER WHO THINKS.
19THE SONG-SPARROW.
44THE FISHER OF THE CAPE.
20FAIRHAVEN BAY.
45SAILOR'S SONG.
21CHANT FOR AUTUMN.
46JESSAMINE.
22BEFORE THE SNOW.
47GRIEF'S HERO.
23THE GHOSTS OF GROWTH.
48A FACE IN THE STREET.
24THE LILY-POND.
49THE BATHER.
25PART SECOND.
50HELEN AT THE LOOM.