Eyes of Youth A Book of Verse by Padraic Colum, Shane Leslie, Viola Meynell, Ruth Lindsay, Hugh Austin By: Various
Eyes of Youth A Book of Verse is a beautifully crafted anthology of poetry that brings together the works of several talented poets - Padraic Colum, Shane Leslie, Viola Meynell, Ruth Lindsay, and Hugh Austin. Each poet leaves an indelible mark with their unique style and lyrical brilliance, making this collection a delightful exploration of various themes and emotions. The anthology begins with Padraic Colum's poetry, which effortlessly captures the essence of life's joys and sorrows. His verses are imbued with a poignant depth, reflecting his keen observation of the world around him. The simplicity and elegance of Colum's language create vivid imagery that transports the reader to different landscapes and moments in time. Shane Leslie's contribution to the anthology showcases his mastery of language and rhythm. His poems are filled with musicality, weaving a tapestry of emotions that resonate deeply within the reader's heart. Leslie's work effortlessly explores themes of love, loss, nature, and spirituality, leaving a lasting impression with his evocative imagery and thought-provoking introspection. Viola Meynell's poems exude a delightful charm and lyrical grace. Her verses, often tinged with a sense of nostalgia, encapsulate the beauty of both the natural world and the human experience. Meynell's imagery is vivid and her lines flow effortlessly, painting a picture that lingers in the reader's mind long after the words have been read. Ruth Lindsay's poetry takes the reader on a journey through the complexities of relationships and the myriad emotions they entail. Lindsay skillfully captures the nuances of human interactions, exploring themes of love, desire, and vulnerability. Her words are carefully chosen, and each line adds a layer of depth to her already profound insights. Finally, Hugh Austin's contribution to the anthology showcases his unique perspective and a distinct voice. His poems are steeped in vivid imagery and relatable experiences, making his work both accessible and captivating. Austin's verses explore the beauty of everyday moments, elevating the ordinary to extraordinary through his mastery of language. Eyes of Youth A Book of Verse is a testament to the power of poetry and its ability to touch the deepest recesses of the human soul. The collection seamlessly weaves together a mosaic of emotions, themes, and perspectives, leaving the reader both entertained and enlightened. Each poet's unique style and voice complement each other, resulting in a harmonious symphony of words. It is a treasure trove of verse that is sure to engage, inspire, and leave an indelible mark on any lover of poetry. First Page: EYES OF YOUTH A Book of Verse by Padraic Colum Shane Leslie Viola Meynell Ruth Lindsay Hugh Austin Judith Lytton Olivia Meynell Maurice Healy Monica Saleeby Francis Meynell With four early Poems by Francis Thompson, & a Foreword by Gilbert K. Chesterton. "He has eyes of youth, he writes verses" The Merry Wives of Windsor . The four early poems of Francis Thompson are here published, for the first time in book form, by the permission of his Literary Executor. We have also to thank the Editors of The Station, The Tablet, The Outlook, The New Age, The Westminster Gazette, The Evening Standard, The Irish Rosary and The Lamp , for permission to re publish other Verses. CONTENTS G.K. CHESTERTON Foreword FRANCIS THOMPSON Threatened Tears Arab Love Song Buona Notte The Passion of Mary PADRAIC COLUM "I shall not die for you" An Idyll Christ the Comrade Arab Songs (I) Arab Songs (II) SHANE LESLIE A Dead Friend (J.S. 1905) Forest Song The Bee Outside the Carlton The Pater of the Cannon Fleet Street Nightmare To a Nobleman becoming Socialist St... Continue reading book >>

Eyes of Youth A Book of Verse by Padraic Colum, Shane Leslie, Viola Meynell, Ruth Lindsay, Hugh Austin By: Various

Eyes of Youth A Book of Verse is a beautifully crafted anthology of poetry that brings together the works of several talented poets - Padraic Colum, Shane Leslie, Viola Meynell, Ruth Lindsay, and Hugh Austin. Each poet leaves an indelible mark with their unique style and lyrical brilliance, making this collection a delightful exploration of various themes and emotions.

The anthology begins with Padraic Colum's poetry, which effortlessly captures the essence of life's joys and sorrows. His verses are imbued with a poignant depth, reflecting his keen observation of the world around him. The simplicity and elegance of Colum's language create vivid imagery that transports the reader to different landscapes and moments in time.

Shane Leslie's contribution to the anthology showcases his mastery of language and rhythm. His poems are filled with musicality, weaving a tapestry of emotions that resonate deeply within the reader's heart. Leslie's work effortlessly explores themes of love, loss, nature, and spirituality, leaving a lasting impression with his evocative imagery and thought-provoking introspection.

Viola Meynell's poems exude a delightful charm and lyrical grace. Her verses, often tinged with a sense of nostalgia, encapsulate the beauty of both the natural world and the human experience. Meynell's imagery is vivid and her lines flow effortlessly, painting a picture that lingers in the reader's mind long after the words have been read.

Ruth Lindsay's poetry takes the reader on a journey through the complexities of relationships and the myriad emotions they entail. Lindsay skillfully captures the nuances of human interactions, exploring themes of love, desire, and vulnerability. Her words are carefully chosen, and each line adds a layer of depth to her already profound insights.

Finally, Hugh Austin's contribution to the anthology showcases his unique perspective and a distinct voice. His poems are steeped in vivid imagery and relatable experiences, making his work both accessible and captivating. Austin's verses explore the beauty of everyday moments, elevating the ordinary to extraordinary through his mastery of language.

Eyes of Youth A Book of Verse is a testament to the power of poetry and its ability to touch the deepest recesses of the human soul. The collection seamlessly weaves together a mosaic of emotions, themes, and perspectives, leaving the reader both entertained and enlightened. Each poet's unique style and voice complement each other, resulting in a harmonious symphony of words. It is a treasure trove of verse that is sure to engage, inspire, and leave an indelible mark on any lover of poetry.

First Page:

EYES OF YOUTH

A Book of Verse by Padraic Colum Shane

Leslie Viola Meynell Ruth Lindsay

Hugh Austin Judith Lytton Olivia

Meynell Maurice Healy Monica

Saleeby Francis Meynell With

four early Poems by Francis

Thompson, & a Foreword by

Gilbert K. Chesterton.

"He has eyes of youth, he writes verses"

The Merry Wives of Windsor .

The four early poems of Francis Thompson are here published, for the first time in book form, by the permission of his Literary Executor.

We have also to thank the Editors of The Station, The Tablet, The Outlook, The New Age, The Westminster Gazette, The Evening Standard, The Irish Rosary and The Lamp , for permission to re publish other Verses.

CONTENTS

G.K. CHESTERTON

Foreword

FRANCIS THOMPSON

Threatened Tears Arab Love Song Buona Notte The Passion of Mary

PADRAIC COLUM

"I shall not die for you" An Idyll Christ the Comrade Arab Songs (I) Arab Songs (II)

SHANE LESLIE

A Dead Friend (J.S. 1905) Forest Song The Bee Outside the Carlton The Pater of the Cannon Fleet Street Nightmare To a Nobleman becoming Socialist St... Continue reading book >>

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