Some Verses: Sonnets: THE EVERLASTING SNOWS

Name: Some Verses: Sonnets: THE EVERLASTING SNOWS
Author: Helen Hay Whitney

The Everlasting Snows is a collection of sonnets by Helen Hay Whitney, published in 1891. The sonnets explore themes of love, loss, and the beauty of nature. The collection is divided into three sections: "The Everlasting Snows," "The Sea," and "The Hills." In the first section, "The Everlasting Snows," the poet reflects on the beauty of the snow-covered landscape and the power of love. She writes of the snow's ability to bring peace and solace, and of the joy of being in love. In the second section, "The Sea," the poet contemplates the vastness of the ocean and its power to both bring life and take it away. She writes of the beauty of the sea and its ability to bring joy and sorrow. In the third section, "The Hills," the poet reflects on the beauty of the hills and the power of nature. She writes of the joy of being in nature and of the peace it brings. The Everlasting Snows is a beautiful collection of sonnets that explore the power of love, loss, and nature. It is a timeless collection that will remain relevant for generations to come.

By Helen Hay Whitney · First published 1898 · Genre: Poetry, Romanticism, Fiction · 167 words

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And shall it be that these undaunted snows That poise so lightly on the mountains' crest -- A lily laid to cheer its lonely breast -- Shall their chill smile still face the wind, that blows Across the field whereon no blossom grows, And light the land where no gay life may rest Save glowing hasty fingers of the West, When our two hearts lie cold beneath the rose? These silver flakes of ancient hoary frost, Surviving all our joys' supremest powers, And though the petals of your lips be lost And gone the summer of your golden head, This pale eternal growth of winter's flowers Shall still live on -- though our sweet love be dead.

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Work type: Poem
Author: Helen Hay Whitney
Date: 1898 CE
Language: English
Genres: Poetry, Romanticism, Fiction
Length: 167 words
Structure: 1 section, 1 paragraphs
Reading fit: Difficult (College Level)

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Poetry — The title of the book includes the word 'verses' and 'sonnets', which are both forms of poetry.
Romanticism — The title of the book includes the phrase 'everlasting snows', which is a romantic phrase often used to describe eternal love.
Fiction — The book is written by Helen Hay Whitney, which suggests that it is a work of fiction.