New York Nocturnes, and Other Poems

"New York Nocturnes, and Other Poems" by Sir Charles G. D. Roberts presents a poetic journey through the heart of urban existence and the intense feelings it evokes. This compilation, crafted in the late 1800s, explores love, remembrance, and nature to capture the sharp contrasts of city living. Organized into two sections, the volume uses expressive language to depict city life, including moments of connection within the commotion, the loneliness that can arise in a crowd, and the deep desire to connect with others. Roberts contemplates affection and yearning through his verses, illustrating the contrast between nighttime allure and the city's frantic pace. The poems transmit feelings of happiness, sorrow, and sentimentality, emphasizing the profound personal experiences that arise in the city's core and the peace discovered in nature, even in the face of metropolitan expansion.