Songs Of Love And Empire

By E. Nesbit

Book Overview

Songs Of Love And Empire is a collection of poems written by Edith Nesbit, a prominent British author of children's literature in the late 19th and early 20th centuries. The poems in this book explore themes of love, patriotism, and the British Empire, reflecting the cultural values and attitudes of the time. Nesbit's writing is characterized by its lyrical quality and emotive power, as well as its use of vivid imagery and metaphor. Many of the poems in this collection are inspired by historical events and figures, such as the exploits of British explorers and soldiers, and the romance and tragedy of the Napoleonic era. Others explore more personal themes, such as the joys and sorrows of love and the beauty of nature. Overall, Songs Of Love And Empire is a rich and varied collection of poetry that offers a fascinating glimpse into the literary and cultural landscape of turn-of-the-century Britain.SIR GEOFFREY met the white lady Upon his marriage morn, Her eyes were blue as cornflowers are, Her hair was gold like corn.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: 1419148265
• ISBN13: 9781419148262
• Release Date: June 2004
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 80 Pages
• Weight: 0.34 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.2" x 7.6" x 9.0"