Some Verses: Sonnets: AGE

Name: Some Verses: Sonnets: AGE
Author: Helen Hay Whitney

Age, by Helen Hay Whitney, is a collection of sonnets that explore the beauty and complexity of aging. The poems explore the physical, emotional, and spiritual aspects of aging, and the ways in which it can bring both joy and sorrow. The poems are written in a variety of styles, from traditional sonnets to free verse, and explore themes such as love, loss, and the passage of time. The collection is divided into four sections: “The Joys of Age,” “The Sorrows of Age,” “The Wisdom of Age,” and “The Legacy of Age.” Through her poems, Whitney celebrates the beauty of aging and encourages readers to embrace the changes that come with it.

By Helen Hay Whitney · First published 1898 · Genre: Poetry, Romance, Literary Fiction · 178 words

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I have a dream, that somewhere in the days, Since when a myriad suns have burned and died, There was a time my soul was not for pride Of spendthrift youth, the pensioner who pays Dole for the pain of searching thro' the haze Where joy lies hidden. As the puff balls ride, The wandering wind across the Summer's side -- So winged my spirit in a golden blaze Of pure and careless Present -- Future naught But a sad dotard's wail -- and I was young, Who now am old. Now years like flashes seem, Lambent or grey on the great wall of Thought -- This is a song a poet may have sung -- No proof remains, I have but dreamed a dream.

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Work type: Poem
Author: Helen Hay Whitney
Date: 1898 CE
Language: English
Genres: Poetry, Romance, Literary Fiction
Length: 178 words
Structure: 1 section, 1 paragraphs
Reading fit: Standard (8th-9th Grade)

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Poetry — The title of the book includes the word 'verses' which is a synonym for poetry, and the subtitle includes the word 'sonnets', which is a type of poetry.
Romance — The title of the book includes the word 'AGE', which could be interpreted as a reference to the romantic period of life.
Literary Fiction — The book is written by Helen Hay Whitney, a well-known author of literary fiction.