Captain Craig: A Book of Poems
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'Captain Craig' is a collection of narrative poems that centers on the titular character, a former sea captain who returns to his hometown after a life of adventure and hardship. The poems explore Craig's complex personality, his relationships with others, and his struggles to find meaning in a world that often feels indifferent to his aspirations. The poems explore themes of love, loss, ambition, and the passage of time. Robinson's characters are flawed but deeply human, grappling with their own inner demons and societal pressures. The poems are characterized by their psychological depth, intricate language, and melancholic tone. Through the lens of Captain Craig's life, Robinson examines the human condition, capturing the complexities of human relationships and the enduring power of fate.Book Details
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Edwin Arlington Robinson
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Edwin Arlington Robinson was an American poet and playwright. Robinson won the Pulitzer Prize for Poetry on three occasions and was nominated for the Nobel Prize in Literature four times. Robinson was...
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