The Glebe 1913/09 (Vol. 1, No. 1): Songs, Sighs and Curses by Adolf Wolff

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Author Wolff, Adolf, 1883-1944
Editor Kreymborg, Alfred, 1883-1966
Editor Man Ray, 1890-1976
Title The Glebe 1913/09 (Vol. 1, No. 1): Songs, Sighs and Curses
Note Reading ease score: 75.7 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
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Summary "The Glebe 1913/09 (Vol. 1, No. 1): Songs, Sighs and Curses" by Adolf Wolff is a collection of poems published in the early 20th century. This volume captures the emotional and artistic expressions of the time, combining personal feelings of love, despair, and social commentary into a cohesive whole. The poems delve into themes of longing, existential reflection, and critiques of societal structures. The content of the book is diverse, showcasing Wolff's mastery in exploring human emotions and experiences. The poems range from passionate declarations of love to profound meditations on freedom and social injustice. For example, in "Captives," the poet draws a parallel between caged lions and human confinement, while "The Call of Sex" expresses a yearning for connection. Other pieces, like "Easter on Fifth Avenue," juxtapose the opulence of the upper class against the suffering of the poor. Throughout the collection, Wolff's voice is both rebellious and introspective, seeking to capture the essence of a world filled with both beauty and injustice. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class PS: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature
Subject American poetry -- 20th century
Subject Literature, Modern -- 20th century -- Periodicals
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Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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