Excerpt from Sword Blades and Poppy Seed N 0 one expects a man to make a chair Without first learning how, but there is a popular impres sion that the poet is born, not made, and that his verses burst from his overflowing heart of them selves. As a matter of fact, the poet must learn his trade in the same manner, and With the same painstaking care, as the cabinet-maker. His heart may overflow with high thoughts and sparkling fancies, but if he cannot convey them to his reader by means of the written word he has no claim to be considered a poet. A workman may be par doned, therefore, for spending a few moments to explain and describe the techhique of his trade. A work of beauty Which cannot stand an inti mate examination is a poor and jerry-built thing. About the Publisher Forgotten Books publishes hundreds of thousands of rare and classic books. Find more at www.forgottenbooks.com This book is a reproduction of an important historical work. Forgotten Books uses state-of-the-art technology to digitally reconstruct the work, preserving the original format whilst repairing imperfections present in the aged copy. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in our edition. We do, however, repair the vast majority of imperfections successfully; any imperfections that remain are intentionally left to preserve the state of such historical works.

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Sword Blades and Poppy Seed by Amy Lowell

"Sword Blades and Poppy Seed and other Poems" from Amy Lowell. American poet of the imagist school (1874-1925).

Excerpt from Sword Blades and Poppy Seed N 0 one expects a man to make a chair Without first learning how, but there is a popular impres sion that the poet is born, not made, and that his verses burst from his overflowing heart of them selves. As a matter of fact, the poet must learn his trade in the same manner, and With the same painstaking care, as the cabinet-maker. His heart may overflow with high thoughts and sparkling fancies, but if he cannot convey them to his reader by means of the written word he has no claim to be considered a poet. A workman may be par doned, therefore, for spending a few moments to explain and describe the techhique of his trade. A work of beauty Which cannot stand an inti mate examination is a poor and jerry-built thing. About the Publisher Forgotten Books publishes hundreds of thousands of rare and classic books. Find more at www.forgottenbooks.com This book is a reproduction of an important historical work. Forgotten Books uses state-of-the-art technology to digitally reconstruct the work, preserving the original format whilst repairing imperfections present in the aged copy. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in our edition. We do, however, repair the vast majority of imperfections successfully; any imperfections that remain are intentionally left to preserve the state of such historical works.

Amy Lowell's 'Sword Blades and Poppy Seed' is a collection of poetry that showcases her mastery of the imagist style, characterized by vivid and concise language that focuses on creating clear images in the reader's mind. Published in 1914, the book reflects the literary context of the early 20th century, a time when imagism was a prominent movement in poetry, emphasizing the importance of precise language and visual imagery. Lowell's poems in this collection are rich in sensory detail, evoking emotions and experiences through carefully crafted verses. Her unique use of symbolism and themes of love, nature, and beauty make 'Sword Blades and Poppy Seed' a captivating read for poetry enthusiasts. Amy Lowell, a prominent figure in the imagist movement, was known for her keen intellect and passion for poetry. As a wealthy and well-educated woman, Lowell used her privilege to support and promote emerging poets and artists. Her own literary talents are evident in 'Sword Blades and Poppy Seed', where she demonstrates her poetic skill and innovative use of imagist techniques. I highly recommend 'Sword Blades and Poppy Seed' to readers who appreciate evocative and visually striking poetry. Amy Lowell's collection is a timeless work that continues to inspire and engage readers with its powerful imagery and lyrical beauty.