The Poetical Works of Oliver Wendell Holmes — Volume 10: Before the Curfew   By: Oliver Wendell Holmes (1809-1894)

The Poetical Works of Oliver Wendell Holmes — Volume 10: Before the Curfew is a collection of poems written by the esteemed poet Oliver Wendell Holmes. This volume showcases Holmes's talent for lyrical verse, with themes ranging from nature and love to mortality and the passage of time.

One of the standout poems in this collection is "Before the Curfew," which explores the themes of aging and the inevitable march of time. Holmes's use of vivid imagery and poignant language creates a sense of nostalgia and reflection, making this poem particularly moving and thought-provoking.

Overall, The Poetical Works of Oliver Wendell Holmes — Volume 10 is a beautifully crafted collection of poems that showcases Holmes's mastery of language and his ability to evoke a range of emotions in his readers. Whether you are a fan of poetry or simply appreciate well-written verse, this volume is sure to captivate and inspire.

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AT MY FIRESIDE AT THE SATURDAY CLUB OUR DEAD SINGER. H. W. L. TWO POEMS TO HARRIET BEECHER STOWE ON HER SEVENTIETH BIRTHDAY. I. AT THE SUMMIT II. THE WORLD'S HOMAGE A WELCOME TO DR. BENJAMIN APTHORP GOULD TO FREDERICK HENRY HEDGE ON HIS EIGHTIETH BIRTHDAY TO JAMES RUSSELL LOWELL TO JOHN GREENLEAF WHITTIER ON HIS EIGHTIETH BIRTHDAY PRELUDE TO A VOLUME PRINTED IN RAISED LETTERS FOR THE BLIND BOSTON TO FLORENCE AT THE UNITARIAN FESTIVAL, MARCH 8, 1882 POEM FOR THE TWO HUNDRED AND FIFTIETH ANNIVERSARY OF THE FOUNDING OF HARVARD COLLEGE POST PRANDIAL: PHI BETA KAPPA, 1881 THE FLANEUR: DURING THE TRANSIT OF VENUS, 1882 AVE KING'S CHAPEL READ AT THE TWO HUNDREDTH ANNIVERSARY HYMN FOR THE SAME OCCASION HYMN. THE WORD OF PROMISE HYMN READ AT THE DEDICATION OF THE OLIVER WENDELL HOLMES HOSPITAL AT HUDSON, WISCONSIN, JUNE 7, 1887 ON THE DEATH OF PRESIDENT GARFIELD THE GOLDEN FLOWER HAIL, COLUMBIA! POEM FOR THE DEDICATION OF THE FOUNTAIN AT STRATFORD ON AVON, PRESENTED BY GEORGE CHILDS, OF PHILADELPHIA TO THE POETS WHO ONLY READ AND LISTEN FOR THE DEDICATION OF THE NEW CITY LIBRARY FOR THE WINDOW IN ST... Continue reading book >>