Willow's forge, and other poems

Name: Willow's forge, and other poems
Author: Sheila Kaye-Smith

By Sheila Kaye-Smith

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A varied set of poems mixes ballads, lyrical meditations, cant songs, and devotional sequences to evoke both rural and urban landscapes while probing longing, loss, faith, and the uncanny. Some pieces adopt narrative ballad forms to tell haunted or elegiac stories; others offer intimate prayers, mystical reflections, or ironic streetwise verses that capture modern motion and twilight. The collection balances storytelling energy with devotional and folkloric imagery, moving between direct emotion and contemplative spiritual seeking across concise and narrative-driven lyric modes.

About the Author

Sheila Kaye-Smith

Sheila Kaye-Smith was an English novelist and poet, known for her vivid portrayals of rural life in Sussex. Her works often reflect her deep connection to the landscape and culture of the region. Among her notable titles is "Joanna Godden," which explores themes of independence and resilience through the life of a strong-willed woman. Kaye-Smith's writing is characterized by its rich descriptions and a keen sense of place, making her a significant figure in early 20th-century English literature. In addition to her novels, she also contributed poetry, further showcasing her literary versatility.