Apollo and Marsyas, and Other Poems

"Apollo and Marsyas, and Other Poems" by Eugene Lee-Hamilton is a compilation of late 19th-century verses that explore the battles between creativity and emotional turbulence, humanity's connection to nature and spirituality. The poems feature mythological characters, like Apollo and Marsyas, who show the division between heavenly and earthly forces. The collection begins by setting the tone for a poetic study of life's contrasting aspects. The poems show the difficulty of achieving recognition both in art and nature. The rich descriptions and poetic language encourage a deep consideration between the opposing forces of light and darkness, beauty and despair, as shown through the stories of gods and people.