End Of The Day
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The End of the Day is a collection of poems by Duncan Campbell Scott, a prominent Canadian poet. The poems are characterized by their focus on nature, time, and the inevitability of death. Scott uses vivid imagery to portray the beauty and fragility of life, while also exploring themes of loss, regret, and acceptance. The poems are introspective and often address the speaker's own experiences with aging and mortality. One of the most famous poems in the collection is "The End of the Day." The poem is a meditation on the passage of time and the inevitability of death. The speaker reflects on the beauty of the natural world, but also acknowledges the inevitability of decay and decay. The poem ends on a note of acceptance, as the speaker comes to terms with the end of their own life. The End of the Day is a powerful and moving collection of poetry that explores the universal themes of time, death, and the meaning of life.Book Details
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Duncan Campbell Scott, a distinguished Canadian poet, writer, and government official, left an indelible mark on both the literary world and the sphere of Indigenous rights advocacy. His life and work...
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