Publisher's Synopsis
Sword Blades and Poppy Seed is a collection of poems written by American poet Amy Lowell. The collection was first published in 1914 and includes 24 poems that explore themes of love, nature, and the human condition. The title of the collection comes from the first poem, which describes a woman's desire for both the beauty of nature and the excitement of adventure. Throughout the collection, Lowell uses vivid imagery and rich language to create a sense of emotional depth and complexity. Her poems often focus on the beauty and power of nature, as well as the struggles and joys of human relationships. Overall, Sword Blades and Poppy Seed is a timeless work of poetry that continues to captivate readers with its beauty and insight.A drifting, April, twilight sky, A wind which blew the puddles dry, And slapped the river into waves That ran and hid among the staves Of an old wharf. A watery light Touched bleak the granite bridge, and white....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.
