Greenwood Cemetery And Other Poems (1843)

By Joseph Lemuel Chester

Book Overview

Greenwood Cemetery and Other Poems is a collection of poems written by Joseph L. Chester and published in 1843. The title poem, Greenwood Cemetery, is a tribute to the newly established cemetery in Brooklyn, New York, and reflects on the beauty and solemnity of death. The other poems in the collection explore a variety of themes including love, nature, and spirituality. Chester's writing is characterized by a strong sense of lyricism and a deep appreciation for the natural world. The collection offers a glimpse into the cultural and literary landscape of mid-19th century America, and is a testament to the enduring power of poetry to capture the human experience.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: 054857331X
• ISBN13: 9780548573310
• Release Date: October 2007
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 136 Pages
• Weight: 0.46 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.3" x 6.0" x 9.0"