Halloween: And Poems Of The War (1916)

By Winifred M. Letts

Book Overview

Halloween: And Poems Of The War is a book written by Winifred M. Letts and published in 1916. The book is a collection of poems that explores the themes of Halloween and the First World War. The poems are written in a variety of styles, including ballads, sonnets, and free verse, and they range in tone from lighthearted to somber. The first section of the book focuses on Halloween, with poems that celebrate the traditions and folklore of the holiday. The poems feature witches, ghosts, and other spooky creatures, and they capture the magic and mystery of the season. The second section of the book deals with the First World War, which was ongoing at the time of publication. The poems in this section explore the experiences of soldiers and civilians affected by the war. They depict the horrors of battle, the grief of losing loved ones, and the resilience of the human spirit in the face of adversity. Overall, Halloween: And Poems Of The War is a poignant and thought-provoking collection of poems that captures the spirit of two very different but equally significant events in history.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: 054887896X
• ISBN13: 9780548878965
• Release Date: February 2008
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 112 Pages
• Weight: 0.39 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.3" x 6.0" x 9.0"