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- Herausgeber: Booksell-Verlag
- Kategorie: Poesie und Drama
- Sprache: Englisch
Thomas Bailey Aldrich's "The Sisters' Tragedy, with Other Poems, Lyrical and Dramatic" is a collection that masterfully intertwines lyrical depth with dramatic narrative, reflecting the complexities of human emotions and relationships. The titular poem, a haunting exploration of sibling rivalry and tragic consequences, is emblematic of Aldrich's skillful use of imagery and meter. The collection embodies characteristics of the American literary renaissance, showcasing Aldrich's affinity for both Romanticism's emotional intensity and the emerging Realist movement's focus on gritty truths, all while maintaining an accessible elegance in his verse. Aldrich, an influential figure in 19th-century American literature, was not only a poet but also a novelist and editor, contributing significantly to the cultural milieu of his time. His background in the dynamic literary world of New England, coupled with personal experiences of loss and moral dilemmas, deeply informs his writing. These elements enable him to transcend mere thematic exploration, driving a profound emotional resonance through his character portrayals and narrative structure, particularly evident in "The Sisters' Tragedy." This collection is highly recommended for readers who appreciate eloquent poetry that delves into the darkness of familial bonds, as well as enthusiasts of American literary history. Aldrich's innovative style and emotional candor offer a compelling insight into the human psyche, making "The Sisters' Tragedy, with Other Poems" an essential read for anyone seeking to understand the intricacies of love, loss, and the tragic dimensions of life.
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Veröffentlichungsjahr: 2019
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The Sisters' Tragedy, with Other Poems, Lyrical and Dramatic
Table of Contents
THE SISTERS' TRAGEDY THE LAST CAESAR IN WESTMINSTER ABBEY ALEC YEATON'S SON AT THE FUNERAL OF A MINOR POET BATUSCHKA ACT V TENNYSON THE SHIPMAN'S TALE "I VEX ME NOT WITH BROODING ON THE YEARS" MONODY ON THE DEATH OF WENDELL PHILLIPS INTERLUDES ECHO-SONG A MOOD GUILIELMUS REX "PILLARED ARCH AND SCULPTURED TOWER THRENODY SESTET A TOUCH OF NATURE MEMORY "I'LL NOT CONFER WITH SORROW" A DEDICATION NO SONGS IN WINTER "LIKE CRUSOE, WALKING BY THE LONELY STRAND THE LETTER SARGENT'S PORTRAIT OF EDWIN BOOTH AT "THE PLAYERS" PAULINE PAVLOVNA BAGATELLE. CORYDON: A PASTORAL AT A READING THE MENU AN ELECTIVE COURSE L'EAU DORMANTE THALIA PALINODE A PETITION
THE SISTERS' TRAGEDY
A. D. 1670
AGLAE, a widow MURIEL, her unmarried sister.
IT happened once, in that brave land that lies For half the twelvemonth wrapt in sombre skies, Two sisters loved one man. He being dead, Grief loosed the lips of her he had not wed, And all the passion that through heavy years Had masked in smiles unmasked itself in tears. No purer love may mortals know than this, The hidden love that guards another's bliss. High in a turret's westward-facing room, Whose painted window held the sunset's bloom, The two together grieving, each to each Unveiled her soul with sobs and broken speech.
Both still were young, in life's rich summer yet; And one was dark, with tints of violet In hair and eyes, and one was blond as she Who rose—a second daybreak—from the sea, Gold-tressed and azure-eyed. In that lone place, Like dusk and dawn, they sat there face to face.
