Nocturne: In Anjou is a beautifully written novel that transports the reader to the picturesque setting of Anjou, France. Bliss Carman's lyrical prose paints a vivid portrait of the quaint village and its inhabitants, immersing the reader in a world of beauty and mystery.
The story follows the journey of a young artist who arrives in Anjou seeking inspiration for his paintings. As he explores the countryside and interacts with the locals, he uncovers hidden secrets and discovers a deep connection to the land and its people.
Carman's writing is both poetic and captivating, drawing the reader into the protagonist's personal and artistic journey. The descriptions of the landscapes and the characters are rich and evocative, creating a sense of place that lingers long after the last page is turned.
Nocturne: In Anjou is a spellbinding read that will appeal to fans of literary fiction and those who appreciate beautiful storytelling. Carman's novel is a love letter to the French countryside and a testament to the power of art to bring meaning and purpose to our lives.
Book Description:
volunteers bring you 19 recordings of Nocturne: In Anjou by Bliss Carman and Richard Hovey.
This was the Weekly Poetry project for November 10, 2019.
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Richard Hovey collaborated with Canadian poet Bliss Carman on three volumes of "tramp" verse: Songs from Vagabondia , More Songs from Vagabondia , and Last Songs from Vagabondia , the last being published after Hovey's death. Hovey and Carman were members of the "Visionists" social circle along with F. Holland Day and Herbert Copeland, who published the "Vagabondia" series. - Summary by Wikipedia