
By the Aurelian Wall and Other Elegies
by Bliss Carman
'By the Aurelian Wall and Other Elegies' Summary
'By the Aurelian Wall and Other Elegies' is a collection of poems that mourn the death of individuals, both known and unknown to the poet. Carman's verses are deeply personal and reflective, grappling with the profound implications of mortality and the complexities of human emotions. The poems are imbued with a melancholic beauty, drawing upon imagery from nature and personal experiences to articulate the shared experience of grief and the bittersweet acceptance of loss. The title poem, 'By the Aurelian Wall,' contemplates the ruins of ancient Rome and the enduring power of memory, while other poems explore the death of loved ones, the passage of time, and the search for meaning in the face of inevitable change. Carman's elegiac voice speaks to the universal experience of loss, reminding us of the fragility of life and the enduring nature of love and memory.Book Details
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Bliss Carman
Canada
William Bliss Carman was a Canadian poet who lived most of his life in the United States, where he achieved international fame. He was acclaimed as Canada's poet laureate during his later years. In Ca...
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