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Poems

By Robert Bridges
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A selection of lyrical poems gathered from several short series, offering quiet meditations on memory, love, and the passing seasons. Many pieces place a reflective speaker beside rivers, hills, and gardens, using precise pastoral detail to evoke mood and recollection. Occasional mythic or devotional images and poems of courtly wooing broaden the emotional range, while elegiac pieces consider loss and aging. The language favors compact, formally patterned lyrics—rhyme, meter, musical diction—to produce concentrated, often wistful impressions.

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Robert Bridges

Robert Bridges was an English poet and playwright, recognized for his contributions to 20th-century literature. He served as Poet Laureate from 1913 until his death in 1930, a role that highlighted his prominence in the literary community. Bridges is known for his lyrical style and exploration of themes such as nature and spirituality. His notable works include "October, and Other Poems; with Occasional Verses on the War," which reflects on the impact of World War I. Additionally, he wrote extensively on hymn-singing principles and English homophones, showcasing his diverse literary interests.

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