| Author |
Eliot, T. S. (Thomas Stearns), 1888-1965 |
| Title |
Ara vus prec
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| Alternate Title |
Ara vos prec
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| Original Publication |
London: The Ovid Press, 1919.
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 77.0 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
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| Note |
The error "vus" for "vos" in the title was discovered after printing.
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| Contents |
Gerontion -- Burbank with a Baedeker; Bleistein with a cigar -- Sweeney among the nightingales -- Sweeney erect -- Mr. Eliot's Sunday morning service -- Whispers of immortality -- The hippopotamus -- A cooking egg -- Lune de miel -- Dans le restaurant -- Le Spectateur -- Mélange adultère de tout -- Ode -- The love song of J. Alfred Prufrock -- Portrait of a lady -- Preludes -- Rhapsody of a windy night -- Morning at the window -- Conversation galante -- Aunt Helen -- Cousin Nancy -- Mr. Apollinax -- The Boston Evening Transcript -- La figlia che piange.
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| Credits |
Carla Foust and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive)
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| Summary |
"Ara vus prec" by T. S. Eliot is a collection of poems written in the early 20th century. This seminal work showcases Eliot's deep exploration of modernity, alienation, and the complexities of human experience through vivid imagery and innovative structure. It reflects the chaos of contemporary life and delves into themes of love, death, and existential reflection. The collection features a variety of poems, including notable pieces such as "Gerontion," "The Love Song of J. Alfred Prufrock," and "Whispers of Immortality." Each poem invites readers into fragmented yet powerful landscapes of thought, often depicting characters grappling with their identities and desires within a rapidly changing world. The language is rich with allusions, intricate rhythms, and emotional depth, offering glimpses into the psyche of individuals who are both deeply connected to and profoundly estranged from their surroundings. Through themes like the passage of time, introspection, and the search for meaning, Eliot encapsulates the essence of the human condition, making this collection a cornerstone of modernist literature. (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 |
Poetry
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
72472 |
| Release Date |
Dec 23, 2023 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
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