The Star-Treader, and other poems by Clark Ashton Smith
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| Author | Smith, Clark Ashton, 1893-1961 |
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| Title | The Star-Treader, and other poems |
| Note | Reading ease score: 66.4 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read. |
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| Summary | "The Star-Treader, and other poems" by Clark Ashton Smith is a collection of poetry written during the early 20th century. The book explores themes of beauty, death, and the cosmic experiences of humanity, revealing a rich tapestry of metaphysical musings and vivid imagery. Smith, a prominent figure in the weird fiction movement, uses his lyrical style to delve into existential queries and the nature of existence, all while engaging with the themes of myth and the sublime. Within this collection, readers will find poems that traverse a variety of landscapes, both earthly and celestial, invoking a sense of wonder and contemplation. Poems such as "The Star-Treader" illustrate a journey through dreams and memory, while "Nero" reflects on power and the fragility of life. The poems are infused with an ethereal quality, capturing moments of beauty intertwined with philosophical reflections on the cosmos and humanity’s place within it. From the haunting lament of lost beauty in "Song to Oblivion" to the vibrant imagery of nature in "The Butterfly," Smith’s works invite readers into a world where beauty and terror coexist, leaving them to ponder the deeper meanings embedded in each stanza. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PS: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature |
| Subject | American poetry |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 38410 |
| Release Date | Dec 25, 2011 |
| Most Recently Updated | Jan 8, 2021 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 254 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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