Odes and Sonnets by Clark Ashton Smith is a collection of beautifully crafted poems that showcase the author's mastery of language and imagery. Smith's poems are rich in symbolism and evoke a sense of mystery and wonder that draws the reader in.

The odes in this collection are filled with lush descriptions of nature and the passage of time, while the sonnets explore themes of love, loss, and the fleeting nature of life. Smith's lyrical style and vivid imagery create a sense of atmosphere that is both captivating and haunting.

Overall, Odes and Sonnets is a captivating collection that showcases Smith's skill as a poet. Fans of poetry that is rich in language and emotion will appreciate this collection.

Book Description:
Clark Ashton Smith, nicknamed one of the "big three" of Weird Tales , was also a romantic-style poet, contributor to the Cthulhu Mythos and a literary friend of H.P Lovecraft. As a poet, he was considered one of the last great West Coast Romantics. Published in 1918, prefaced by his mentor George Sterling and illustrated with Decadent movement-inspired embellishments by Florence Lundborg, this volume contains material republished from his 1912 collection and later included in his 1922 poetry compilation.