Thoughts, Moods and Ideals: Crimes of Leisure

By W. D. (William Douw) Lighthall

(3.5 stars) • 10 reviews

Step back in time to an era where verses unveil passionate longings, a nation's ambition, and the very essence of human existence through profound poetry.

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Culture/Civilization/Society Literature Poetry

Released

2005-01-06

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Summary

"Thoughts, Moods and Ideals: Crimes of Leisure" by W.D. Lighthall is a poetic journey through the late 1800s, exploring love, identity, and national pride through the lens of Canadian life. This collection of poems delves deep into personal emotions and thoughtful observations on life, nature, and what it means to be human. With poems like "National Hymn" and "The Artist's Prayer", Lighthall paints pictures of shared Canadian experiences, the search for self-understanding, and the beauty alongside the struggles of existence. The verses highlight introspective feelings alongside grand cultural stories, offering a meaningful read for those who appreciate Canadian literature and poetry from that time.