The Poetical Works of Oliver Wendell Holmes — Volume 12: Verses from the Oldest Portfolio By: Oliver Wendell Holmes (1809-1894)
The Poetical Works of Oliver Wendell Holmes — Volume 12: Verses from the Oldest Portfolio by Oliver Wendell Holmes is a collection of poems that showcases the talent and wit of the renowned American author and physician. The poems in this volume are filled with vivid imagery, clever wordplay, and thoughtful observations on life, love, and nature. Holmes’ verses are beautifully written, capturing the essence of each moment and emotion with precision and eloquence. His writing is both poignant and humorous, making readers laugh and cry in equal measure. From love poems to humorous musings on everyday life, this collection offers something for every reader to enjoy. One of the highlights of the book is Holmes’ ability to blend classical themes and contemporary language, creating a unique and engaging reading experience. His intricate rhyme schemes and rhythmic patterns add depth and complexity to each poem, inviting readers to explore the layers of meaning hidden within the verses. Overall, The Poetical Works of Oliver Wendell Holmes — Volume 12: Verses from the Oldest Portfolio is a delightful and thought-provoking collection that will appeal to poetry lovers of all ages. Holmes’ timeless words continue to resonate with readers today, reminding us of the enduring power of poetry to inspire, provoke, and uplift the human spirit. First Page: THE POETICAL WORKS OF OLIVER WENDELL HOLMES [Volume 3 of the 1893 three volume set] VERSES FROM THE OLDEST PORTFOLIO FROM THE "COLLEGIAN," 1830, ILLUSTRATED ANNUALS, ETC. FIRST VERSES: TRANSLATION FROM THE THE MEETING OF THE DRYADS THE MYSTERIOUS VISITOR THE TOADSTOOL THE SPECTRE PIG TO A CAGED LION THE STAR AND THE WATER LILY ILLUSTRATION OF A PICTURE: "A SPANISH GIRL REVERIE" A ROMAN AQUEDUCT FROM A BACHELOR'S PRIVATE JOURNAL LA GRISETTE OUR YANKEE GIRLS L'INCONNUE STANZAS LINES BY A CLERK THE PHILOSOPHER TO HIS LOVE THE POET'S LOT TO A BLANK SHEET OF PAPER TO THE PORTRAIT OF "A GENTLEMAN" IN THE ATHENAEUM GALLERY THE BALLAD OF THE OYSTERMAN A NOONTIDE LYRIC THE HOT SEASON A PORTRAIT AN EVENING THOUGHT. WRITTEN AT SEA THE WASP AND THE HORNET "QUI VIVE?" VERSES FROM THE OLDEST PORTFOLIO Nescit vox missa reverti. Horat. Ars Poetica. Ab lis qua non adjuvant quam mollissime oportet pedem referre. Quintillian, L. VI. C. 4. These verses have always been printed in my collected poems, and as the best of them may bear a single reading, I allow them to appear, but in a less conspicuous position than the other productions... Continue reading book >>

The Poetical Works of Oliver Wendell Holmes — Volume 12: Verses from the Oldest Portfolio By: Oliver Wendell Holmes (1809-1894)

The Poetical Works of Oliver Wendell Holmes — Volume 12: Verses from the Oldest Portfolio by Oliver Wendell Holmes is a collection of poems that showcases the talent and wit of the renowned American author and physician. The poems in this volume are filled with vivid imagery, clever wordplay, and thoughtful observations on life, love, and nature.

Holmes’ verses are beautifully written, capturing the essence of each moment and emotion with precision and eloquence. His writing is both poignant and humorous, making readers laugh and cry in equal measure. From love poems to humorous musings on everyday life, this collection offers something for every reader to enjoy.

One of the highlights of the book is Holmes’ ability to blend classical themes and contemporary language, creating a unique and engaging reading experience. His intricate rhyme schemes and rhythmic patterns add depth and complexity to each poem, inviting readers to explore the layers of meaning hidden within the verses.

Overall, The Poetical Works of Oliver Wendell Holmes — Volume 12: Verses from the Oldest Portfolio is a delightful and thought-provoking collection that will appeal to poetry lovers of all ages. Holmes’ timeless words continue to resonate with readers today, reminding us of the enduring power of poetry to inspire, provoke, and uplift the human spirit.

First Page:

THE POETICAL WORKS

OLIVER WENDELL HOLMES

[Volume 3 of the 1893 three volume set]

VERSES FROM THE OLDEST PORTFOLIO

FROM THE "COLLEGIAN," 1830, ILLUSTRATED ANNUALS, ETC.

FIRST VERSES: TRANSLATION FROM THE THE MEETING OF THE DRYADS THE MYSTERIOUS VISITOR THE TOADSTOOL THE SPECTRE PIG TO A CAGED LION THE STAR AND THE WATER LILY ILLUSTRATION OF A PICTURE: "A SPANISH GIRL REVERIE" A ROMAN AQUEDUCT FROM A BACHELOR'S PRIVATE JOURNAL LA GRISETTE OUR YANKEE GIRLS L'INCONNUE STANZAS LINES BY A CLERK THE PHILOSOPHER TO HIS LOVE THE POET'S LOT TO A BLANK SHEET OF PAPER TO THE PORTRAIT OF "A GENTLEMAN" IN THE ATHENAEUM GALLERY THE BALLAD OF THE OYSTERMAN A NOONTIDE LYRIC THE HOT SEASON A PORTRAIT AN EVENING THOUGHT. WRITTEN AT SEA THE WASP AND THE HORNET "QUI VIVE?"

VERSES FROM THE OLDEST PORTFOLIO

Nescit vox missa reverti. Horat. Ars Poetica. Ab lis qua non adjuvant quam mollissime oportet pedem referre. Quintillian, L. VI. C. 4.

These verses have always been printed in my collected poems, and as the best of them may bear a single reading, I allow them to appear, but in a less conspicuous position than the other productions... Continue reading book >>

Book sections
The Poetical Works of Oliver Wendell Holmes — Volume 01: Earlier Poems (1830-1836)	The Poetical Works of Oliver Wendell Holmes — Volume 02: Additional Poems (1837-1848)	The Poetical Works of Oliver Wendell Holmes — Volume 03: Medical Poems
The Poetical Works of Oliver Wendell Holmes — Volume 04: Songs in Many Keys	The Poetical Works of Oliver Wendell Holmes — Volume 05: Poems of the Class of '29(1851-1889)	The Poetical Works of Oliver Wendell Holmes — Volume 06: Poems from the Breakfast Table Series
The Poetical Works of Oliver Wendell Holmes — Volume 07: Songs of Many Seasons	The Poetical Works of Oliver Wendell Holmes — Volume 08: Bunker Hill and Other Poems	The Poetical Works of Oliver Wendell Holmes — Volume 09: the Iron Gate and Other Poems
The Poetical Works of Oliver Wendell Holmes — Volume 10: Before the Curfew	The Poetical Works of Oliver Wendell Holmes — Volume 11: Poems from the Teacups Series	The Poetical Works of Oliver Wendell Holmes — Volume 12: Verses from the Oldest Portfolio

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