The Poems and Prose of Ernest Dowson, With a Memoir by Arthur Symons
By Ernest Christopher Dowson
Length4h 5m
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In "The Poems and Prose of Ernest Dowson, With a Memoir by Arthur Symons," readers are introduced to the hauntingly lyrical world of Dowson's poetry, characterized by its vivid imagery and melancholic themes. The collection showcases his mastery of the symbolist style, intertwining the exploration of love, beauty, and despair in an era marked by transition and uncertainty. As he grapples with the fleeting nature of existence, Dowson's work echoes the sentiments of the Decadent movement, grounded in rich allusions and an elegant command of language that captivates the reader's imagination while exposing the fragility of human emotions amidst the societal shifts of the late 19th century. Ernest Christopher Dowson, a figure emblematic of the Decadent era, was deeply influenced by the complexities of modern life. His literary journey was shaped by personal tragedies, unrequited love, and a yearning for an idealized beauty that often eluded him. Dowson's friendships with contemporaries such as Oscar Wilde and Arthur Symons enriched his artistic vision, prompting him to engage with themes reflective of his own struggles and aspirations. This collection is a must-read for anyone fascinated by the intricacies of human emotion and the artistic responses to a changing world. Dowson's work not only illuminates the path of his literary predecessors but also resonates with contemporary readers, making it an essential addition to any literary library.
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GenrePoetry
Length4 hrs 5 mins
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FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateAug 15, 2022
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1AUTUMNAL
26CARTHUSIANS
2IN TEMPORE SENECTUTIS
27THE THREE WITCHES
3VILLANELLE OF HIS LADY'S TREASURES
28VILLANELLE OF THE POET'S ROAD
4GRAY NIGHTS
29VILLANELLE OF ACHERON
5VESPERAL
30SAINT GERMAIN-EN-LAYE
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6THE GARDEN OF SHADOW
31AFTER PAUL VERLAINE
7SOLI CANTARE PERITI ARCADES
32II
8ON THE BIRTH OF A FRIEND'S CHILD
33III
9EXTREME UNCTION
34IV
10AMANTIUM IRAE
35TO HIS MISTRESS
11IMPENITENT ULTIMA
36JADIS
12A VALEDICTION
37IN A BRETON CEMETERY
13SAPIENTIA LUNAE
38TO WILLIAM THEODORE PETERS ON HIS RENAISSANCE CLOAK
14SERAPHITA
39THE SEA-CHANGE
15EPIGRAM
40DREGS
16QUID NON SUPREMUS, AMANTES?
41A SONG
17CHANSON SANS PAROLES
42BRETON AFTERNOON
18THE PIERROT OF THE MINUTE
43VENITE DESCENDAMUS
19THE CHARACTERS
44TRANSITION
20THE SCENE
45EXCHANGES
21THE MOON MAIDEN'S SONG.
46TO A LADY ASKING FOOLISH QUESTIONS
22DECORATIONS
47RONDEAU
23BEYOND
48MORITURA
24DE AMORE
49LIBERA ME
25THE DEAD CHILD
50TO A LOST LOVE
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