The book "Poems" by Marietta Holley is a collection of poetic works that explore various themes, including nature, love, loss, and mortality. The poems are written in a lyrical style, with a focus on the emotional and philosophical aspects of human experience. The author's use of language is descriptive and evocative, creating vivid images that draw the reader into the world of the poem. The poems also touch on themes of social class, morality, and the human condition, offering insights into the complexities of life and the human experience. The author's writing style is characterized by a strong sense of empathy and compassion, as well as a deep understanding of the human heart. The poems in the collection are varied in terms of tone and style, ranging from the introspective and melancholic to the joyful and celebratory. The author's use of imagery and symbolism adds depth and complexity to the poems, inviting the reader to interpret and reflect on the themes and emotions presented. Overall, "Poems" by Marietta Holley is a thought-provoking and emotionally resonant collection that offers readers a unique perspective on the human experience.
Poems
By Marietta Holley
A young woman's life is marked by love, loss, and longing, as she navigates the complexities of the human heart and the social conventions that shape her world.
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About the AuthorMarietta Holley, was an American humorist who used satire to comment on U.S. society and politics. Holley enjoyed a prolific writing career and was a bestselling author in the late 19th century, though she was largely forgotten by the time of her death. Her writing was frequently compared to that of Mark Twain and Edgar Nye. Along with Frances Miriam Whitcher and Ann S. Stephens, Holley is regarded as one of America's most significant early female humorists. Her work appealed to all classes of society. Her readers were scattered over the entire world, and included men and women of every station and grade. Her books were widely read in Europe.
Marietta Holley, was an American humorist who used satire to comment on U.S. society and politics. Holley enjoyed a prolific writing career and was a bestselling author in the late 19th century, though she was largely forgotten by the time of her death. Her writing was frequently compared to that of Mark Twain and Edgar Nye. Along with Frances Miriam Whitcher and Ann S. Stephens, Holley is regarded as one of America's most significant early female humorists. Her work appealed to all classes of society. Her readers were scattered over the entire world, and included men and women of every station and grade. Her books were widely read in Europe.
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