Songs of the Mexican Seas by Joaquin Miller

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Author Miller, Joaquin, 1837-1913
Title Songs of the Mexican Seas
Note Reading ease score: 85.1 (6th grade). Easy to read.
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Summary "Songs of the Mexican Seas" by Joaquin Miller is a collection of poems written during the late 19th century. This work captures the essence of the Mexican landscape and its cultural richness, weaving together themes of nature, history, and love, while reflecting a romanticized view of the region. Miller, being an American poet and adventurer, uses his experiences and observations from Mexico to convey the beauty and complexity of its seas and shores. The poems in this collection are rich in imagery and explore the interplay of human emotion against the backdrop of the vast Mexican landscape. One major piece, "The Sea of Fire," depicts a romantic story between a ship captain and a beautiful maiden of the sea, blending elements of adventure and longing. The poet paints scenes of lush nature, indigenous cultures, and the haunting beauty of the coastline, while also delving into deeper themes of love, loss, and the reverberating effects of history on the land and its people. Each poem invites readers into a world where the sea serves as a metaphor for both life's tumultuous challenges and its tranquil moments of connection. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class PS: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature
Subject American poetry
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EBook-No. 38766
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Most Recently Updated Jan 8, 2021
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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