Poems

"Poems by Edward Shanks" is a compilation of poetry from 1916, presenting diverse forms and themes that mirror the feelings of the World War I era. Within its pages are poems about love, nature, and what it means to be human, using beautiful language to paint vivid pictures. The collection is organized into different sections like "Songs," "The Winter Soldier," "Pastoral Pieces," and "Miscellaneous Poems." Shanks shares his thoughts on love, time moving forward, and the differences between happiness and sadness. Poems like "The Winter Soldier" touch on the realities of war and the soldier's wish for peace, while others focus on the beauty of nature and the closeness of love, capturing moments and feelings. It shows Shanks' skill in combining personal thoughts with big ideas about life, offering a meaningful experience for those who enjoy poetry.