Across the Sea and Other Poems. By: Thomas S. Chard
Across the Sea and Other Poems by Thomas S. Chard is a captivating collection of poetry that takes readers on a profound journey through emotions, memories, and contemplations. From the very first page, Chard's words pull you into a world where the sea becomes a metaphor for life and its limitless possibilities. The collection begins with a series of poems about the sea, each one evoking a sense of vastness and longing. Chard masterfully combines vivid imagery with a musical quality that reflects the ebb and flow of the ocean itself. His ability to paint pictures with words is evident in lines like, "I gazed at the sea, its depths unknown, / And felt the longing deep within my bone." But it is not only the sea that captures Chard's attention; he delves into various other themes as well. Some poems explore love and heartbreak, while others delve into the realm of philosophy and existentialism. One can sense the depth of Chard's introspection in verses that ask profound questions about the meaning of life and our place in the universe. What is particularly remarkable about this collection is the author's skillful command of language. Chard's poetry is rich with imagery and metaphors, yet it remains accessible to readers of all backgrounds. He effortlessly weaves together the beautiful and the profound, resulting in poems that both resonate emotionally and provoke intellectual thought. Additionally, Chard's use of form and structure is worth noting. Throughout the collection, he experiments with various poetic forms, from traditional sonnets to free verse, showcasing his versatility as a poet. This diversity adds an extra layer of depth to the collection, as readers are constantly surprised and engaged by the range of styles and techniques employed. Overall, Across the Sea and Other Poems is a powerful and thought-provoking collection that will leave readers enchanted. Thomas S. Chard's mastery of language, combined with his heartfelt exploration of the human experience, creates a collection that is both captivating and relatable. Whether you are a poetry enthusiast or simply looking for a book that will transport you to another realm, this collection is a must-read. First Page: ACROSS THE SEA And Other Poems. By Thomas S. Chard. Now just as the gates were opened to let in the men, I looked in after them, and behold the City shone like the sun; the streets also were paved with gold, and in them walked many men, with crowns on their heads, palms in their hands, and golden harps to sing praises withal. And after that they shut up the gates; which, when I had seen, I wished myself among them. Pilgrim's Progress. Chicago: Jansen, McClurg & Company. 1875. Entered according to Act of Congress, in the year 1874, by JANSEN, McCLURG & CO., In the office of the Librarian of Congress, at Washington. PREFACE. The poem whose name gives title to this little volume, was published in outline in the winter of 1869, and now appears for the first time as completed. The sea, as a picture of life, has been celebrated by the poetic thought of all ages, and the author will therefore hardly hope to offer much that is new in the following verses. His only excuse for so worn a theme is, that the world still loves the picture, and that each generation can, at best, but reset the old jewels of the past. CONTENTS. Across the Sea, The Seven Sleepers, A Legend of St. John, The Blessed Vale. ACROSS THE SEA... Continue reading book >>

Across the Sea and Other Poems. By: Thomas S. Chard

Across the Sea and Other Poems by Thomas S. Chard is a captivating collection of poetry that takes readers on a profound journey through emotions, memories, and contemplations. From the very first page, Chard's words pull you into a world where the sea becomes a metaphor for life and its limitless possibilities.

The collection begins with a series of poems about the sea, each one evoking a sense of vastness and longing. Chard masterfully combines vivid imagery with a musical quality that reflects the ebb and flow of the ocean itself. His ability to paint pictures with words is evident in lines like, "I gazed at the sea, its depths unknown, / And felt the longing deep within my bone."

But it is not only the sea that captures Chard's attention; he delves into various other themes as well. Some poems explore love and heartbreak, while others delve into the realm of philosophy and existentialism. One can sense the depth of Chard's introspection in verses that ask profound questions about the meaning of life and our place in the universe.

What is particularly remarkable about this collection is the author's skillful command of language. Chard's poetry is rich with imagery and metaphors, yet it remains accessible to readers of all backgrounds. He effortlessly weaves together the beautiful and the profound, resulting in poems that both resonate emotionally and provoke intellectual thought.

Additionally, Chard's use of form and structure is worth noting. Throughout the collection, he experiments with various poetic forms, from traditional sonnets to free verse, showcasing his versatility as a poet. This diversity adds an extra layer of depth to the collection, as readers are constantly surprised and engaged by the range of styles and techniques employed.

Overall, Across the Sea and Other Poems is a powerful and thought-provoking collection that will leave readers enchanted. Thomas S. Chard's mastery of language, combined with his heartfelt exploration of the human experience, creates a collection that is both captivating and relatable. Whether you are a poetry enthusiast or simply looking for a book that will transport you to another realm, this collection is a must-read.

First Page:

ACROSS THE SEA

And Other Poems.

Thomas S. Chard.

Now just as the gates were opened to let in the men, I looked in after them, and behold the City shone like the sun; the streets also were paved with gold, and in them walked many men, with crowns on their heads, palms in their hands, and golden harps to sing praises withal. And after that they shut up the gates; which, when I had seen, I wished myself among them.

Pilgrim's Progress.

Chicago:

Jansen, McClurg & Company.

1875.

Entered according to Act of Congress, in the year 1874, by

JANSEN, McCLURG & CO.,

In the office of the Librarian of Congress, at Washington.

PREFACE.

The poem whose name gives title to this little volume, was published in outline in the winter of 1869, and now appears for the first time as completed. The sea, as a picture of life, has been celebrated by the poetic thought of all ages, and the author will therefore hardly hope to offer much that is new in the following verses. His only excuse for so worn a theme is, that the world still loves the picture, and that each generation can, at best, but reset the old jewels of the past.

CONTENTS.

Across the Sea,

The Seven Sleepers,

A Legend of St. John,

The Blessed Vale.

ACROSS THE SEA... Continue reading book >>

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