The Poetical Works of Oliver Wendell Holmes — Volume 06: Poems from the Breakfast Table Series By: Oliver Wendell Holmes (1809-1894)
In this collection of poems from the Breakfast Table series, Oliver Wendell Holmes offers readers a delightful and engaging look into the musings and conversations that take place over meals. The poems are filled with wit, charm, and insightful observations on a variety of topics, ranging from everyday occurrences to philosophical musings. Holmes's talent for wordplay and storytelling shines through in each poem, creating a sense of intimacy and camaraderie with the reader. The poems are not only entertaining but also thought-provoking, encouraging readers to reflect on their own experiences and relationships. Overall, The Poetical Works of Oliver Wendell Holmes — Volume 06 is a delightful read that will appeal to fans of poetry and those looking for a light-hearted yet meaningful exploration of life's joys and challenges. Holmes's unique voice and perspective make this collection a standout in the world of poetry. First Page: THE POETICAL WORKS OF OLIVER WENDELL HOLMES [Volume 2 of the 1893 three volume set] POEMS FROM THE AUTOCRAT OF THE BREAKFAST TABLE (1857 1858) THE CHAMBERED NAUTILUS SUN AND SHADOW MUSA A PARTING HEALTH: To J. L. MOTLEY WHAT WE ALL THINK SPRING HAS COME PROLOGUE LATTER DAY WARNINGS ALBUM VERSES A GOOD TIME GOING! THE LAST BLOSSOM CONTENTMENT AESTIVATION THE DEACON'S MASTERPIECE; OR, THE WONDERFUL "ONE HOSE SHAY" PARSON TURELL'S LEGACY; OR, THE PRESIDENT'S OLD ARM CHAIR ODE FOR A SOCIAL MEETING, WITH SLIGHT ALTERATIONS BY A TEETOTALER POEMS FROM THE PROFESSOR AT THE BREAKFAST TABLE (1858 1859) UNDER THE VIOLETS HYMN OF TRUST A SUN DAY HYMN THE CROOKED FOOTPATH IRIS, HER BOOK ROBINSON OF LEYDEN ST ANTHONY THE REFORMER THE OPENING OF THE PIANO MIDSUMMER DE SAUTY POEMS FROM THE POET AT THE BREAKFAST TABLE (1871 1872) HOMESICK IN HEAVEN FANTASIA AUNT TABITHA WIND CLOUDS AND STAR DRIFTS EPILOGUE TO THE BREAKFAST TABLE SERIES THE CHAMBERED NAUTILUS THIS is the ship of pearl, which, poets feign, Sails the unshadowed main, The venturous bark that flings On the sweet summer wind its purpled wings In gulfs enchanted, where the Siren sings, And coral reefs lie bare, Where the cold sea maids rise to sun their streaming hair... Continue reading book >>

The Poetical Works of Oliver Wendell Holmes — Volume 06: Poems from the Breakfast Table Series By: Oliver Wendell Holmes (1809-1894)

In this collection of poems from the Breakfast Table series, Oliver Wendell Holmes offers readers a delightful and engaging look into the musings and conversations that take place over meals. The poems are filled with wit, charm, and insightful observations on a variety of topics, ranging from everyday occurrences to philosophical musings.

Holmes's talent for wordplay and storytelling shines through in each poem, creating a sense of intimacy and camaraderie with the reader. The poems are not only entertaining but also thought-provoking, encouraging readers to reflect on their own experiences and relationships.

Overall, The Poetical Works of Oliver Wendell Holmes — Volume 06 is a delightful read that will appeal to fans of poetry and those looking for a light-hearted yet meaningful exploration of life's joys and challenges. Holmes's unique voice and perspective make this collection a standout in the world of poetry.

First Page:

THE POETICAL WORKS

OLIVER WENDELL HOLMES

[Volume 2 of the 1893 three volume set]

POEMS FROM THE AUTOCRAT OF THE BREAKFAST TABLE (1857 1858) THE CHAMBERED NAUTILUS SUN AND SHADOW MUSA A PARTING HEALTH: To J. L. MOTLEY WHAT WE ALL THINK SPRING HAS COME PROLOGUE LATTER DAY WARNINGS ALBUM VERSES A GOOD TIME GOING! THE LAST BLOSSOM CONTENTMENT AESTIVATION THE DEACON'S MASTERPIECE; OR, THE WONDERFUL "ONE HOSE SHAY" PARSON TURELL'S LEGACY; OR, THE PRESIDENT'S OLD ARM CHAIR ODE FOR A SOCIAL MEETING, WITH SLIGHT ALTERATIONS BY A TEETOTALER

POEMS FROM THE PROFESSOR AT THE BREAKFAST TABLE (1858 1859) UNDER THE VIOLETS HYMN OF TRUST A SUN DAY HYMN THE CROOKED FOOTPATH IRIS, HER BOOK ROBINSON OF LEYDEN ST ANTHONY THE REFORMER THE OPENING OF THE PIANO MIDSUMMER DE SAUTY

POEMS FROM THE POET AT THE BREAKFAST TABLE (1871 1872) HOMESICK IN HEAVEN FANTASIA AUNT TABITHA WIND CLOUDS AND STAR DRIFTS EPILOGUE TO THE BREAKFAST TABLE SERIES

THE CHAMBERED NAUTILUS

THIS is the ship of pearl, which, poets feign, Sails the unshadowed main, The venturous bark that flings On the sweet summer wind its purpled wings In gulfs enchanted, where the Siren sings, And coral reefs lie bare, Where the cold sea maids rise to sun their streaming hair... Continue reading book >>

Book sections
The Poetical Works of Oliver Wendell Holmes — Volume 01: Earlier Poems (1830-1836)	The Poetical Works of Oliver Wendell Holmes — Volume 02: Additional Poems (1837-1848)	The Poetical Works of Oliver Wendell Holmes — Volume 03: Medical Poems
The Poetical Works of Oliver Wendell Holmes — Volume 04: Songs in Many Keys	The Poetical Works of Oliver Wendell Holmes — Volume 05: Poems of the Class of '29(1851-1889)	The Poetical Works of Oliver Wendell Holmes — Volume 06: Poems from the Breakfast Table Series
The Poetical Works of Oliver Wendell Holmes — Volume 07: Songs of Many Seasons	The Poetical Works of Oliver Wendell Holmes — Volume 08: Bunker Hill and Other Poems	The Poetical Works of Oliver Wendell Holmes — Volume 09: the Iron Gate and Other Poems
The Poetical Works of Oliver Wendell Holmes — Volume 10: Before the Curfew	The Poetical Works of Oliver Wendell Holmes — Volume 11: Poems from the Teacups Series	The Poetical Works of Oliver Wendell Holmes — Volume 12: Verses from the Oldest Portfolio

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