A Century of Roundels is a collection of poems by Algernon Charles Swinburne, a prominent English poet and critic of the 19th century. The book includes one hundred roundels, which are short poems consisting of three stanzas with each stanza having three lines. The poems are written in a strict form and often explore themes of love, nature, and mythology. Swinburne's mastery of language and form is evident in this collection, as he weaves together intricate rhyme schemes and meter to create beautiful and memorable verses. ...
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A Century of Roundels is a collection of poems by Algernon Charles Swinburne, a prominent English poet and critic of the 19th century. The book includes one hundred roundels, which are short poems consisting of three stanzas with each stanza having three lines. The poems are written in a strict form and often explore themes of love, nature, and mythology. Swinburne's mastery of language and form is evident in this collection, as he weaves together intricate rhyme schemes and meter to create beautiful and memorable verses. The poems are characterized by their musicality and their use of vivid imagery, making them a delight to read and savor. A Century of Roundels is a must-read for fans of Swinburne's work and for anyone who appreciates the beauty of poetry.Time, thy name is sorrow, says the stricken Heart of life, laid waste with wasting flame Ere the change of things and thoughts requicken, Time, thy name.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
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