| Author |
Euwer, Anthony, 1877-1955 |
| Title |
By Scarlet Torch and Blade
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| Note |
Illustrated by the author.
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 71.3 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
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| Credits |
Charlene Taylor and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive/American Libraries.)
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| Summary |
"By Scarlet Torch and Blade" by Anthony Euwer is a collection of poems written in the early 20th century. The work reflects on the themes of nature, human experience, and the interplay of the two, capturing vivid landscapes and intimate moments. The vivid imagery and emotional resonance hint at a deep appreciation for the natural world and its ongoing struggles." The opening of the collection introduces the reader to the harsh realities of wildfire, painting a stark scene of devastation across the countryside, particularly in the Sacramento Valley. As flames rage and smoke billows, the poem captures the urgent efforts of firefighters battling against the relentless fire, illustrating both the beauty and terror of nature. The imagery of the burning landscape transitions to the impact of such disasters on wildlife and humans alike, evoking a sense of loss and urgency that permeates the verses. The opening serves as a powerful prelude, setting the tone for a series of reflections on life, nature, and human resilience throughout the collection. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
English |
| LoC Class |
PS: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature
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| Subject |
American poetry -- 20th century
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
64548 |
| Release Date |
Feb 13, 2021 |
| Most Recently Updated |
Feb 14, 2021 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads |
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