The Poetical Works Of James Thomson V1-2 (1805)

By James Thomson

Book Overview

The Poetical Works of James Thomson V1-2 (1805) is a collection of poems by the Scottish poet James Thomson. The book is divided into two volumes and includes some of Thomson's most famous works, such as The Seasons and The Castle of Indolence. The first volume includes a biographical sketch of Thomson's life and a preface by the editor, who praises Thomson's poetic style and his ability to capture the beauty of nature. The poems in this volume are organized by season, with each section containing poems that describe the sights, sounds, and feelings associated with that time of year. The second volume contains Thomson's longer poems, including The Castle of Indolence, which tells the story of a group of people who are trapped in a castle of laziness and luxury. Other poems in this volume include The Hymn of the Seasons, The Hymn of Nature, and The Hymn of the Universe. Overall, The Poetical Works of James Thomson V1-2 (1805) is a comprehensive collection of Thomson's poetry that showcases his talent for capturing the beauty of the natural world and exploring complex themes such as the dangers of luxury and the power of nature.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: 1165808439
• ISBN13: 9781165808434
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 418 Pages
• Weight: 1.23 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.8" x 6.0" x 9.0"