The Proud Lady And Other Poems (1840)

By Spencer Wallace Cone

Book Overview

The Proud Lady And Other Poems is a collection of poems written by Spencer Wallace Cone and published in 1840. The book contains a total of 33 poems, including the titular poem ""The Proud Lady"". The themes of the poems range from love and romance to nature and spirituality. Cone's writing style is characterized by its use of vivid imagery and descriptive language. Many of the poems are written in a lyrical, almost musical style, with a focus on rhythm and rhyme. The poems are also notable for their use of allegory and metaphor, often drawing on religious and mythological themes.""The Proud Lady"" is perhaps the most well-known poem in the collection. It tells the story of a woman who is so consumed by her own pride and vanity that she is unable to see the beauty and goodness in the world around her. The poem serves as a cautionary tale about the dangers of arrogance and self-absorption.Other notable poems in the collection include ""The Lament of the Captive"", which explores the theme of captivity and freedom, and ""The Voice of the Flowers"", which celebrates the beauty and wonder of nature. Overall, The Proud Lady And Other Poems is a charming and thought-provoking collection of poetry that showcases Cone's skill as a writer and his deep appreciation for the beauty and complexity of the world around us.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: 1437283454
• ISBN13: 9781437283457
• Release Date: November 2008
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 148 Pages
• Weight: 0.46 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.3" x 6.0" x 9.0"