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Renascence, and Other Poems

By Edna St. Vincent Millay

(3.5 stars) • 10 reviews

Experience a journey through love, loss, and the beauty of nature, as one woman grapples with the complexities of life and existence.

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1994-02-01
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Summary

"Renascence, and Other Poems" by Edna St. Vincent Millay is an early 20th-century poetry collection that explores love, loss, nature, and what it means to be human. The standout poem, "Renascence," thinks deeply about life and how everything is connected. The poems cover deep human experiences, expressing the emptiness after someone leaves in "Interim" and facing life's struggles head-on in "The Suicide." Some poems, like "God's World" and "Afternoon on a Hill," celebrate nature's beauty, while others, like "Ashes of Life," explore sorrow. Millay's poetry is known for its beautiful language, strong emotions, and insightful thoughts on love and life’s challenges.

About the Author

Edna St. Vincent Millay was an American lyrical poet and playwright. Millay was a renowned social figure and noted feminist in New York City during the Roaring Twenties and beyond. She wrote much of her prose and hackwork verse under the pseudonym Nancy Boyd.

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