The open sea

Name: The open sea
Author: Edgar Lee Masters

By Edgar Lee Masters

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A sequence of dramatic monologues and lyric pieces gives voice to figures drawn from history, myth, and everyday life, whose recollections and disclosures probe conscience, political violence, fame, and mortality. The poems move between public scenes and private recollection—courtroom exchanges, theatrical moments, battlefield memories, and pastoral interludes—shifting perspective to reveal regret, defiance, and irony. By alternating persona poems, elegies, and satiric addresses, the collection examines memory, identity, moral choice, and the human costs of ambition, betrayal, and social change.

About the Author

Edgar Lee Masters

Edgar Lee Masters was an American poet, biographer, and playwright, best known for his groundbreaking work, "Spoon River Anthology," published in 1915. This collection of free verse epitaphs captures the voices of the deceased residents of a fictional small town, offering profound insights into life, death, and the human condition. Masters' innovative approach to poetry and storytelling has left a lasting impact on American literature, influencing generations of writers. In addition to his poetry, he wrote several other notable works, including "Children of the Market Place" and "Domesday Book," showcasing his versatility as a literary figure.