Caged Eagle, And Other Poems

Caged Eagle, and Other Poems

by George Sterling

'Caged Eagle, and Other Poems' by George Sterling presents a collection of his work, divided into four distinct sections. The first section features Sterling's signature fantastical poems, known for their evocative imagery and symbolic depth. The second section comprises poems inspired by the Panama-Pacific International Exposition, showcasing Sterling's reflections on modernity and progress. The third section, 'Personal Poems', delves into themes of love, loss, and individual experience. The final section, comprising over 40 poems, reflects Sterling's response to the ongoing First World War, capturing the anxieties, horrors, and aspirations of a nation at war.

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