Songs of Sea and Sail (eBook)

Echoes of the Sea: Maritime Poems and Sailor Songs

Thomas Fleming Day (Autor)

eBook Download: EPUB

2019
229 Seiten
Good Press (Verlag)
406-406618568-8 (EAN)

Infos

In "Songs of Sea and Sail," Thomas Fleming Day masterfully weaves a collection of lyrical poetry that celebrates the spirit of maritime adventure and the profound connection between humanity and the ocean. Written at the turn of the 20th century, Day's verse resonates with a romanticism influenced by the burgeoning age of exploration and the evolving techniques of verse. The themes reflect the crests and troughs of life at sea, infused with vivid imagery and rhythmic cadence that echo the ebb and flow of tides, seamlessly combining literary elegance with the raw allure of nature's elemental forces. Thomas Fleming Day, an influential figure in maritime literature, drew inspiration from his own experiences as a sailor and his deep affinity for seafaring culture. His reflections on his nautical adventures and a rich understanding of maritime traditions allow him to vividly portray the lives of sailors, revealing both their trials and triumphs. Day's background in journalism and literature informs his accessible yet sophisticated style, inviting readers into a world where the sea is both a physical and metaphorical landscape. "Songs of Sea and Sail" is highly recommended for readers who appreciate poetry that captures the essence of adventure and the intricacies of human experience. Whether you are a lover of the sea or a seeker of lyrical beauty, Day'Äôs work invites you to embark on a journey through the waves of imagination, celebrating the timeless allure of the ocean.

Produkt-Details

• Erscheint lt. Verlag: 13.12.2019
• Verlagsort: Prague
• Sprache: englisch
• Themenwelt: Literatur ► Lyrik / Dramatik ► Lyrik / Gedichte
• Themenwelt: Kunst / Musik / Theater ► Musik
• Schlagworte: Adventurous Spirit • American Literature • Classic Literature • evocative language • Historical maritime • literary ballads • Lyrical verse • marine poetry • maritime poetry • maritime verse • nature appreciation • nautical adventures • nautical themes • Oceanic imagery • ocean imagery • Poetry • poetry collection • sailing adventures • sailor's life • sailor songs • sea exploration • seafaring poems • Sea poetry • Ships