Poems Collection (#80)

Tennyson Fun
ALFRED LORD TENNYSON the Poet Laureate serenading the characters from his poems, including the Lady of Shalott, floating by in her boat

Burns / Tam O shanter
TAM O SHANTER Tam O Shanter and his speedy Meg

Baudeaire / Poem / Le Jeu
LE JEU Gambling

Baudelaire / Poem / Bohemien
BOHEMIENS EN VOYAGE (Travelling gipsies)

Stevenson / Poems / Foreign
Foreign Lands: " Up into the cherry tree Who should climb but little me? I held the trunk with both my hands, & looked abroad in foreign lands."

Stevenson / Poems / Hay-Loft
The Hay-loft: " Oh, what a joy to clamber there, Oh, what a place for play, "

Children / Water / Reflect
Looking-glass River: " We can see our coloured faces, Floating on the shaken pool"

Boys Heads to Bed
A young boy goes to bed with a candle

Girl Undressing / Bed 1905
Bed in Summer: " In winter I get up at night, & dress by yellow candle- light. In summer quite the other way; I have to go to bed by day."

Nikolai Nekrasov
NIKOLAI NEKRASOV Russian poet, who wrote about the life and sufferings of Russian peasants in such poems as Who can be happy and free in Russia ?

William Barnes, Poet
WILLIAM BARNES Anglican priest, author of poems in the Dorset dialect, eg An there vor me the apple tree do lean down low in Linden Lea

Drunken Blind Granny
Blind Granny: a half blind, drunken nuisance who would beg by using her paricularly long tongue to wash her blind eye then spend the money on drink. Poems were written about her!

Stevenson / Poems / Shadow
My Shadow: " I have a little shadow that goes in & out with me, & what can be the use of him is more than I can see."

James Macpherson, Scottish writer and politician
James Macpherson, Scottish writer, poet, literary collector and politician, known as the " translator" of the Ossian cycle of poems (their authenticity has been disputed)

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"Exploring the Beauty of Poems: A Journey through Art and Literature" Immerse yourself in the enchanting world as we embark on a visual tour, guided by captivating illustrations and timeless verses. Begin your adventure with a glimpse into Wessex, the literary landscape that inspired Thomas Hardy's novels and poems. The intricately engraved map unveils the settings where his words came to life, transporting readers to an era filled with passion and melancholy. As you wander further, encounter a vibrant Robin Redbreast perched upon a branch, its presence echoing the delicate melodies woven within poetic lines. This illustration serves as a reminder that nature often becomes an exquisite muse for writers seeking solace or inspiration. Delve into Alfred, Lord Tennyson's masterpiece "Maud, " captured in an albumen print from 1865. The image brings forth emotions evoked by this renowned poem, allowing us to witness love's complexities amidst Victorian society. Guy de Maupassant emerges next—a French writer whose prose dances effortlessly between reality and imagination. His works remind us that poetry can exist not only in rhymes but also in vivid narratives that stir our souls. Marvel at another creation born from Tennyson's pen—this time "Mariana. " An albumen print from 1875 breathes life into Mariana's solitude while showcasing her resilience against despair—an enduring theme explored throughout literature. Robert Burns takes center stage—a Scottish poet whose verses capture both heartache and joy. His words resonate across generations, reminding us of poetry's ability to transcend time and touch countless hearts. Witness World War I come alive through knitting needles intertwined with Jessie Pope's poignant poem "The NeedleWorker. " This powerful combination showcases how artistry intertwines with patriotism during times of turmoil. Night descends gracefully upon Florence Harrison's illustration accompanying Tennyson’s poem "The Gardener s". It invites contemplation under the moonlit sky, where verses bloom like flowers in a secret garden.