Mountain Idylls, and Other Poems

By Alfred Castner King

(3.5 stars) • 10 reviews

Though written by a blind man, these verses transport you to the breathtaking heights of mountain landscapes, echoing with the harmony of nature and profound reflection of the human condition.

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Literature Poetry

Released

2004-10-20

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Summary

"Mountain Idylls, and Other Poems" by Alfred Castner King is a collection of early 20th-century poems filled with a love for nature and its effect on people. The poems consider beauty, being alone, and thinking about life, using clear images of the Colorado mountains to reveal an emotional bond with the natural world. King, who could not see, packed his poems with detailed descriptions and philosophical thoughts. The book starts with King's preface, narrating his journey to becoming a poet, despite his blindness. Arising from personal sadness, his work shows a hunger for beauty and understanding, examining nature and human emotion. The poems show readers both the grandness of mountain views and quiet moments, alongside thoughts on life and death, all told with rhythm and emotion. The book promises a thoughtful and inspiring experience based on our basic connections to the world.