"Newfoundland Verse" by E. J. Pratt is a compilation of poems rooted in the early 1900s that express the essence and scenic wonder of Newfoundland, examining the relationship between nature, the sea, and the human condition within this setting. The poetry embodies the raw appeal of the province while exploring personal thoughts and universal topics. Opening with vivid portrayals of the natural world, particularly the ocean, poems such as "Sea Variations" reveal the ocean's ever-changing character, stressing its lasting impact and the emotions it stirs. The poetry transports readers to Newfoundland's shores through brilliant imagery, where dancing light and rippling water create a colorful setting for human feelings and experiences. The lines reveal a profound respect for the environment, frequently contrasting the natural beauty with life's battles, creating a thoughtful mood that encourages readers to ponder their own link to the sea and the march of time.
Newfoundland Verse
By E. J. (Edwin John) Pratt
Experience Newfoundland through vivid poetry, where the sea's eternal presence mirrors the beauty and struggles of human existence.
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About the AuthorEdwin John Dove Pratt, who published as E. J. Pratt, was a Canadian poet. Originally from Newfoundland, Pratt lived most of his life in Toronto, Ontario. A three-time winner of the country's Governor General's Award for poetry, he has been called "the foremost Canadian poet of the first half of the century."
Edwin John Dove Pratt, who published as E. J. Pratt, was a Canadian poet. Originally from Newfoundland, Pratt lived most of his life in Toronto, Ontario. A three-time winner of the country's Governor General's Award for poetry, he has been called "the foremost Canadian poet of the first half of the century."
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