The Quest Of Heracles And Other Poems (1893)

By Hugh McCulloch Jr.

Book Overview

The Quest of Heracles and Other Poems is a collection of poems written by Hugh McCulloch Jr. and first published in 1893. The title poem, The Quest of Heracles, is a retelling of the Greek myth of Heracles (also known as Hercules) and his twelve labors. The other poems in the collection cover a range of topics, from nature and the seasons to love and loss. Many of the poems are written in traditional forms, such as sonnets and ballads, while others experiment with free verse. The language is often lyrical and evocative, with vivid imagery and a strong sense of rhythm. Overall, The Quest of Heracles and Other Poems is a classic collection of poetry that showcases McCulloch Jr.'s skill as a writer and his love of mythology and 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: 1437166547
• ISBN13: 9781437166545
• Release Date: November 2008
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 96 Pages
• Weight: 0.31 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.2" x 6.0" x 9.0"