Shepherd Singing Ragtime, and Other Poems

Name: Shepherd Singing Ragtime, and Other Poems
Author: Louis Golding

By Louis Golding

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A collection of lyric poems shifts between pastoral scenes, domestic intimacy, and modern rhythms, often pairing rustic imagery—sheep, sycamores, farms—with musical motifs and songlike refrains. Several pieces assume elegiac tones, reflecting on loss and the aftermath of war, while others celebrate family life, work, and seasonal change. Voices vary from playful counting and ragtime-inflected verse to somber meditations on courage, peace, and memory. Through plain language and recurring natural details the poems juxtapose tradition and contemporary touches, assembling a mosaic of rural tenderness, communal ritual, and quiet moral reflection.

About the Author

Louis Golding

Louis Golding was a British author and poet known for his contributions to early 20th-century literature. His works often explore themes of war, identity, and the human experience. Among his notable titles is "Forward from Babylon," which reflects his keen observations of society and culture. Golding's poetry, including collections like "Shepherd Singing Ragtime, and Other Poems" and "Sorrow of War: Poems," showcases his lyrical style and emotional depth, making him a significant figure in the literary landscape of his time.