To Bliss Carman
A Reappraisal, Leigh Gordon Giltner examines the life and work of the Canadian poet and essayist Bliss Carman (1861-1929). Giltner provides a comprehensive overview of Carman's life and career, from his early years in Fredericton, New Brunswick, to his later years in New York City. Giltner also examines Carman's literary output, including his poetry, essays, and short stories. Giltner argues that Carman's work is often overlooked and undervalued, and he makes a case for Carman's importance as a poet and essayist. Giltner also provides an analysis of Carman's influence on other writers, including Robert Frost, Wallace Stevens, and Carl Sandburg. Finally, Giltner offers a critical assessment of Carman's work, arguing that Carman's poetry and essays are still relevant and worth reading today.
By Leigh Gordon Giltner · First published 1900 · Genre: Biography, Literary Criticism, Poetry · 110 words
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Great hearted brother to the wilderness, Comrade of Wind and Sea! Interpreter
Of nomad Nature! Ere the quick'ning stir Of Spring-sap thrills the wood from sullen stress
Of Winter's spell--away from throngèd press Of urban ways thy wild feet wander far
Tracking the steps of some white Northern star Whose rays are beacon to thy restlessness.
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- Work type: Essay
- Author: Leigh Gordon Giltner
- Date: 1900 CE
- Language: English
- Genres: Biography, Literary Criticism, Poetry, History
- Length: 110 words
- Structure: 1 section, 7 paragraphs
- Reading fit: Standard (8th-9th Grade)
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- Biography — The book is a biography of Bliss Carman, a Canadian poet.
- Literary Criticism — The book provides an in-depth analysis of Carman's life and works.
- Poetry — The book includes a selection of Carman's poetry.
- History — The book provides a historical overview of Carman's life and works.
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