English Stornelli
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In 'English Stornelli,' Augusta Webster employs the traditional Italian folk song form, the stornello, to explore the cyclical nature of life and the changing seasons. Through these eight-line verses, she delves into themes of youth, courtship, parenthood, aging, and loss. Webster's evocative language and rhythmic storytelling capture the beauty and fleetingness of life's journey, offering a profound meditation on the human experience.Book Details
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