A Shropshire Lad - Housman, Alfred E
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"A Shropshire Lad" is a celebrated collection of lyrical poems penned by A. E. Housman, an English classical scholar and poet. Published in 1896, these verses are marked by a lyrical and musical quality, expressing sentiments of melancholy, nostalgia, and reflection. The poems draw on rural and pastoral imagery, painting vivid pictures of the Shropshire landscapes. Central themes revolve around the fleeting nature of youth and the inevitability of mortality. Housman's background as a classical scholar is evident in the precise structure and language of the poetry. "A Shropshire Lad" has made a…mehr

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"A Shropshire Lad" is a celebrated collection of lyrical poems penned by A. E. Housman, an English classical scholar and poet. Published in 1896, these verses are marked by a lyrical and musical quality, expressing sentiments of melancholy, nostalgia, and reflection. The poems draw on rural and pastoral imagery, painting vivid pictures of the Shropshire landscapes. Central themes revolve around the fleeting nature of youth and the inevitability of mortality. Housman's background as a classical scholar is evident in the precise structure and language of the poetry. "A Shropshire Lad" has made a lasting impact on English literature, influencing modern poetry with its timeless themes and craftsmanship. For those drawn to emotionally resonant verse that captures the essence of late 19th-century England, this collection remains a significant and influential work, widely available in bookstores, libraries, and online platforms dedicated to classic literature.
Autorenporträt
Alfred Edward Housman est un philologue et poète britannique né le 26 mars 1859 et mort le 30 avril 1936.