
Crown of Years
'Crown of Years' Summary
The poems in "Crown of Years" are a tapestry of emotions and observations, reflecting Murray's deep connection to the natural world and the complexities of human experience. We find love poems celebrating the joy and tenderness of relationships, while others grapple with the profound questions of mortality and spirituality. Murray's poems often depict the beauty of the Scottish countryside, its rolling hills, and wild coastlines, finding resonance in the simple yet profound rhythms of nature. He weaves together the grand themes of life and death, love and loss, faith and doubt, with a delicate touch that leaves a lasting impression on the reader. While the poems are deeply personal, they also speak to universal experiences, offering solace and understanding in a world full of both joy and sorrow. Murray's style, though rooted in the Victorian tradition, carries a unique sensibility that resonates with a contemporary audience, reminding us of the enduring power of poetry to connect us to the depths of our own humanity.Book Details
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Robert F. Murray
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Robert Fuller Murray (1863–1894), was a Victorian poet. Although born in the United States, Murray lived most of his life in the United Kingdom, most notably in St Andrews, Scotland. He wrote two book...
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