The Triumph of Music, and Other Lyrics (eBook)

Madison Julius Cawein (Autor)

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2022
208 Seiten
DigiCat (Verlag)
859-654730575-0 (EAN)

Infos

In "The Triumph of Music, and Other Lyrics," Madison Julius Cawein delivers a rich tapestry of lyrical poetry that celebrates the emotional and transcendent power of music. The collection reflects a profound engagement with natural imagery and the theme of harmony, drawing connections between the human experience and the ethereal realm of sound. Cawein's literary style is characterized by its melodic quality, intricate rhyme schemes, and vivid imagery, resonating with the aesthetics of the turn-of-the-century American Romanticism, a context in which he sought to bridge personal emotion and universal themes. Cawein, often referred to as the "Keats of America," was deeply influenced by the natural landscapes of his native Kentucky, which permeate his work. His experiences with music, both as a passionate admirer and an amateur musician, inspire the poems in this collection. Through these verses, Cawein grapples with the relationship between art and nature, revealing insights into the human soul's longing for beauty and connection. This collection is a must-read for anyone intrigued by the interplay of music and poetry, and it will resonate with lovers of lyric verse. Cawein's masterful ability to capture the essence of sound as a conduit for emotion invites readers to reflect on their own encounters with music and nature.

Autor

Madison Julius Cawein (March 23, 1865 – December 8, 1914) was an American poet hailing from Louisville, Kentucky, who garnered acclaim for his nature poems and lyrical work during the late 19th and early 20th centuries. Cawein's poetry exudes a deep romanticism and vivid imagery of the natural world; he has been aptly nicknamed the 'Keats of Kentucky.' His extensive oeuvre often reflected the influences of the English Romantic poets as well as a Pre-Raphaelite lushness and precision in detail. 'The Triumph of Music, and Other Lyrics' is among Cawein's notable collections, emphasizing his mastery in intertwining music with poetic form, and symbolic elegance reflecting nature's symphony. Alongside this work, Cawein published nearly thirty-six volumes of poetry during his lifetime, including 'Myth and Romance' and 'Weeds by the Wall.' Despite his prolific output and once considerable popularity, Cawein's work fell into relative obscurity following his death. Today, he stands as a compelling figure in American literature, representing the more delicate and aesthetically focused vein of poetry that juxtaposed the era's industrial pragmatism. Scholarly re-examination of Cawein's poetry has cast light upon his technical skill, imagination, and the emotional eloquence that marked his contributions to early American poetry.

Produkt-Details

• Erscheint lt. Verlag: 15.9.2022
• Verlagsort: Prague
• Sprache: englisch
• Themenwelt: Literatur ► Lyrik / Dramatik ► Lyrik / Gedichte
• Schlagworte: 19th-century poetry • 19th century poets • American Literature • American poetry • American poetry collections • Classic • classic lyric poems • deep emotional exploration • Enchanting musical experience • Exquisite poetic imagery • Kentucky setting • Lyrical poetry • lyrical poetry collection • Madison Julius Cawein works • Masterful poetic language • Musical themes • music and emotion • music in poetry • nature imagery • Nature inspired verses • nature-themed poetry • Poetic collection • poetic forms • poetic imagery and rhythm • public domain poetry ebooks • Regional poet • Romanticism • Romantic poetic tradition • Timeless romantic poems • Transcendent lyrical themes • Victorian era poetry • Victorian Literature