The Cornflower, and Other Poems
Reflections of Nature and Emotions in Timeless VerseBy Jean Blewett
Length3h 37m
About this audiobook
In "The Cornflower, and Other Poems," Jean Blewett masterfully weaves together themes of nature, love, and introspection through her evocative and lyrical style. Published during a time when the literary landscape was rich with the influence of Romanticism, Blewett's poetry resonates with emotional depth and vivid imagery. She skillfully employs free verse and structured forms, allowing for a fluid exploration of her subject matter. The titular poem, alongside others in the collection, showcases her affinity for the natural world, drawing parallels between human experiences and the beauty of the earth, ultimately inviting the reader to reflect on the subtleties of life and existence. Jean Blewett, a Canadian poet and novelist, emerged in the early 20th century, influenced by the cultural and historical context of her time. Her own experiences as a woman navigating through societal expectations and personal loss profoundly shaped her writing. Living in an era that sought to redefine the role of women in literature, Blewett embarked on a literary journey that expressed both her internal struggles and her observations of the world around her, contributing significantly to Canadian literature. "The Cornflower, and Other Poems" is a compelling read for poetry enthusiasts and those who appreciate the intricate interplay between nature and human emotion. This collection invites readers to pause and reflect, making it a thoughtful addition to both personal libraries and academic studies of early 20th-century poetry.
Audiobook details
GenrePoetry
Length3 hrs 37 mins
Narrated byListen with 1,000+ voices
FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateDec 13, 2019
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1CONTENTS: Narrative Poems
26ALL ON AN APRIL MORNING.
2THE CORNFLOWER.
27BILLY.
3THE QUARREL.
28SLY BOY.: Miscellaneous Poems
4IN SUNFLOWER TIME.
29QUEEN VICTORIA.
5THE WOOING O' KATIE.
30THANKFULNESS.
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6THE OLD MAN'S VISIT.
31THE NATIVE BORN.
7JACK.
32THE KING'S GIFT.
8AT THE SICK CHILDREN'S HOSPITAL.
33THE PASSAGE.
9CHRISTY AND THE PIPERS.
34AIR CASTLES.
10THE STABLE-BOY'S GUEST.
35YOUTH AND JUNE.
11SOLDIERS ALL.
36THE MOTHER.
12AS GOOD AS A GIRL.
37LOVE'S LESSON.
13FOOL'S LUCK.
38IMMORTALITY.
14THE HARBOR LIGHTS OF HOME.
39AUGUST.
15THE PREACHER DOWN AT COLES.
40A SONG OF HARVEST HOME.
16CHORE TIME.
41THE USURER.
17A BOY'S TRIALS.
42MIRACLES.
18AN APRIL FOOL OF LONG AGO.
43PEACE.
19FOR HE WAS SCOTCH, AND SO WAS SHE.
44LIFE'S GRANDEST THINGS.
20THE PLOUGHMAN.
45STRENGTH.
21TWO MONUMENTS.
46THE TIME AND THE DEED.
22THE LONESOMEST HOUSE.
47DISCONTENT.
23DADDY'S BOY.
48A PRAYER OF LOVE.
24JANET.
49WILD STRAWBERRIES.
25THE LAD FROM INVERNESS.
50SPRING.
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