Californian Verses (1882)

By Charles Henry Phelps

Book Overview

Californian Verses is a book of poetry written by Charles Henry Phelps and published in 1882. The collection contains 30 poems that explore the natural beauty and cultural diversity of California, as well as the author's personal experiences and observations of life in the Golden State. Some of the poems are written in traditional forms such as sonnets and ballads, while others are more experimental in their structure and style. The themes of the poems range from the majesty of the Sierra Nevada mountains to the bustling streets of San Francisco, from the struggles of the pioneer settlers to the joys of a simple life in the countryside. Throughout the collection, Phelps celebrates the unique spirit of California and its people, while also reflecting on the universal themes of love, loss, and the passage of time. Californian Verses is a timeless tribute to the beauty and complexity of one of America's most iconic states.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1104044595
• ISBN13: 9781104044596
• Release Date: February 2009
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 52 Pages
• Weight: 0.18 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.1" x 6.0" x 9.0"