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Poems By the Way

William Morris

Publisher: Good Press

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Summary

'Poems by the Way' is a thought-provoking collection of poems by the English poet William Morris. These poems are rich with social and political commentary, and Morris's ideals shine through in each verse. Some of the featured titles include 'The Woodpecker', 'Another for the Briar-Rose', 'Pomona', and 'Flora'. Here's an excerpt from 'The Woodpecker': "I once a King and chief / Now am the tree-bark's thief / Ever 'twixt trunk and leaf / Chasing the prey."
Available since: 12/03/2019.
Print length: 163 pages.

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