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The White Sail, and Other Poems

The White Sail, and Other Poems

Louise Imogen Guiney

1887

British Literature, Poetry

The White Sail, and Other Poems is a collection of poetry by Louise Imogen Guiney, first published in 1887. This 19th-century work features lyrical and narrative poems that delve into themes of love, longing, and the human experience, often enriched by classical references. The collection opens with a narrative poem about Ægeus, who anxiously awaits news of his son Theseus's journey to Crete, exploring deep emotional currents such as parental love and the interplay of fate and choice.

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A collection of poetry written in the late 19th century. The poems within this volume explore themes of love, longing, a...

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Excerpt from The White And Other Poems The massy throat the nostril mobile, smooth The breast full-orbed with arduous la...

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