Echoes Of Life And Death: Forty-Seven Lyrics (1908) (Hardcover) (ISBN-13: 9781168845511)

Echoes of Life and Death: Forty-Seven Lyrics is a collection of poems written by William Ernest Henley, first published in 1908. The book is divided into two parts, the first of which contains thirty-three poems that explore themes of life, love, and nature. The second part contains fourteen poems that deal with the darker aspects of life, such as death and loss.Henley was a British poet and editor who is best known for his poem ""Invictus."" Echoes of Life and Death showcases his skill as a lyric poet, with each poem carefully crafted to evoke emotion and provoke thought in the reader. The collection includes some of Henley's most famous poems, such as ""A Song of Speed"" and ""The Ways of Death Are Soothing and Serene.""The language of the poems is rich and evocative, with Henley using vivid imagery and powerful metaphors to convey his ideas. The collection is notable for its exploration of both the joys and sorrows of life, and for its celebration of the beauty of the natural world.Overall, Echoes of Life and Death: Forty-Seven Lyrics is a beautiful and thought-provoking collection of poetry that showcases Henley's talent as a writer. It is a must-read for anyone who loves poetry, and a valuable addition to any literary collection.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.

Author: William Ernest Henley
ISBN-10: 1168845513
ISBN-13: 9781168845511
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 09/10/2010
Pages: 70
Format: Hardcover
Weight: 0.61lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.31d