To a Nightingale

Autori

• Edward Hirsch

Parametri

• 104 pagine
• 4 ore di lettura

• Narrativa
• Poesia

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The collection features the voices of thirty renowned poets, exploring the enduring symbolism of the nightingale across centuries. It delves into themes of grief, solitude, beauty, and artistic expression, showcasing how this beloved bird has inspired masterpieces from Sappho to Borges. The interconnected sentiments of literary giants like Keats, Milton, and Shakespeare resonate throughout, creating a powerful homage that celebrates both the nightingale and the poets who immortalized her song. Ideal for poetry enthusiasts, it offers a rich tapestry of literary heritage.

Lingua: Inglese

Pubblicato: 2007

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