Hawthorn and Lavender, with Other Verses

Name: Hawthorn and Lavender, with Other Verses
Author: William Ernest Henley

Hawthorn and Lavender, with Other Verses is a collection of poems by William Ernest Henley. The poems explore themes of love, nature, and the human condition. The collection includes some of Henley's most famous works, such as "Invictus" and "The Song of the Sword." The poems are written in a variety of styles, from traditional ballads to modern free verse. The collection also includes several of Henley's translations of classical works, such as Homer's Odyssey and Virgil's Aeneid. The collection is a testament to Henley's skill as a poet and his ability to capture the beauty and complexity of the human experience.

By William Ernest Henley · First published 1901 · Genre: Poetry, Romanticism, Literary Fiction · 50 chapters · 12,138 words

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"By W. E. Henley and R. L. Stevenson", "Haymarket Theatre", "November" 3, 1890.

Low -- low Over a perishing after-glow, A thin, red shred of moon Trailed. In the windless air The poplars all ranked lean and chill.

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Work type: Novel
Author: William Ernest Henley
Date: 1901 CE
Language: English
Genres: Poetry, Romanticism, Literary Fiction
Length: 12,138 words
Structure: 50 chapters, 242 paragraphs
Reading fit: Fairly Easy (7th Grade)

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Poetry — The title of the book, 'Hawthorn and Lavender, with Other Verses', suggests that the book is a collection of poems written by William Ernest Henley.
Romanticism — William Ernest Henley was a poet of the Romantic era, and his works are likely to reflect the themes and writing style of the Romantic period.
Literary Fiction — William Ernest Henley's works are considered to be literary fiction, as they are written with a focus on the craft of writing and the exploration of themes.

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