The Sunken Garden, and Other Poems

Name: The Sunken Garden, and Other Poems
Author: Walter De la Mare

By Walter De la Mare

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This collection gathers short, lyrical poems that evoke twilight gardens, dark houses, and solitary wanderers, shifting between memory, dream and uncanny observation. Quiet, ritual diction and tactile nature imagery—herbs, birds, shadowed lawns—are used to probe loneliness, longing, and the borderlands of sleep and wakefulness. Poems alternate intimate address, fablelike sketches, and meditative description, favoring suggestion over plot and inviting readers into delicate, melancholic moods and subtle reflections on loss, imagination, and the passage of time.

About the Author

Walter De la Mare

Walter De la Mare was an English poet, short story writer, and novelist, celebrated for his lyrical and imaginative works. His poetry often explores themes of nature, childhood, and the supernatural, showcasing a unique blend of whimsy and melancholy. Among his notable collections are "Collected Poems 1901-1918," which reflects his mastery of verse, and "Peacock Pie," a beloved book of rhymes for children. De la Mare's storytelling is exemplified in his novel "Henry Brocken," which takes readers on a fantastical journey through rich and strange realms. His contributions to literature have left a lasting impact, particularly in the realms of children's literature and poetry.