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Poem Outlines
Sidney Lanier
Publisher: DigiCat
Summary
In 'Poem Outlines,' Sidney Lanier elucidates the quintessence of poetic imagery and form through an amalgamation of written sketches that pave the way for fuller compositions. Known for his attention to rhythm and the musicality of verse, Lanier crafts outlines that are emboldened with the potentiality of epic poetry and the intimate contemplation akin to sonnets. The stylistic approach of 'Poem Outlines' resides within the literary context of the 19th-century American South, an era rife with turmoil and transition, imbuing each work with a subtext of historical complexity and the fight for beauty amid suffering. Sidney Lanier, a figure steeped in the literary and cultural traditions of the antebellum South, drew deeply from his personal experiences as a soldier, a musician, and an academic while penning 'Poem Outlines.' His body of work is often tinged with the personal afflictions of his struggle with tuberculosis and the pressing societal changes post-Civil War. These personal insights and historical backdrops undergird Lanier's outlines, producing an authentic reflection of a mind grappling with both artistic expression and the zeitgeist of his age. Scholars and lovers of American literature and poetry alike will find in 'Poem Outlines' a nuanced look into the creative process of Sidney Lanier. The outlines collected here serve not only as the scaffoldings for possible grander written edifices but also as stand-alone pieces worthy of contemplation and academic study. To those who appreciate poetry as a means to understand the human condition and its historical surroundings, Lanier's work offers a unique and valuable perspective.
Available since: 09/16/2022.
Print length: 22 pages.
