A Song of the Open Road, and Other Verses by Louis J. McQuilland
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| Author | McQuilland, Louis J. |
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| Author of introduction, etc. | Chesterton, Cecil, 1879-1918 |
| Contributor | Chesterton, G. K. (Gilbert Keith), 1874-1936 |
| Illustrator | Wilson, David |
| LoC No. | a17000377 |
| Title | A Song of the Open Road, and Other Verses |
| Note | Reading ease score: 74.7 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
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| Summary | "A Song of the Open Road, and Other Verses" by Louis J. McQuilland is a collection of poetry crafted during the early 20th century. The book explores themes of travel, heroism, romance, and the complexities of national identity, with a particular emphasis on the Irish experience. McQuilland's verses possess a lyrical quality, reflecting both personal and collective sentiments of longing, adventure, and reflection. In this collection, McQuilland evokes the spirit of exploration and the yearning for freedom through the titular poem, "A Song of the Open Road," which celebrates the call of adventure and the embrace of life's journey. The poems delve into the beauty of nature, the joy of companionship, and the poignant memories of lost loves and friends. Notable pieces such as "The Song of the Flag" and "RESURGAM: IRELAND, 1916" tackle national pride and the quest for unity amidst historical strife. With a diverse range of topics and a rich emotional landscape, the collection presents a thoughtful observation of life, identity, and the timeless human spirit. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PR: Language and Literatures: English literature |
| Subject | English poetry -- Irish authors |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 60716 |
| Release Date | Nov 17, 2019 |
| Most Recently Updated | Jan 24, 2021 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 75 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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