
Poems
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The collection, 'Poems by Edna St. Vincent Millay', was published in 1923, a year significant for the poet as she became the third woman to win the prestigious Pulitzer Prize for Poetry. The collection includes her celebrated work, 'Renascence', which had first brought her wide acclaim in 1918. This collection primarily focuses on lyric poetry, highlighting Millay's skill in crafting sonnets, a poetic form she mastered. Her poems delve into themes of love, loss, and the complexities of the human condition, offering a profound insight into the nuances of emotions and experiences. While her works showcase the beauty and richness of human connection, they also touch upon the inevitability of loss and the transient nature of life. Notably, her poems reflect the changing social and cultural landscape of the early 20th century, characterized by a growing emphasis on individualism and personal expression. Millay's poetry resonates with a contemporary audience, providing a glimpse into the heart and mind of a poet who grappled with universal themes of love, loss, and the complexities of existence.Book Details
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Edna St. Vincent Millay
United States
Edna St. Vincent Millay was an American lyrical poet and playwright. Encouraged to read the classics at home, she was too rebellious to make a success of formal education, but she won poetry prizes f...
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