Francis Sherman

Matins

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Produktbeschreibung

Rediscover the lyrical beauty of "Matins" by Francis Sherman, a cornerstone of Canadian poetry. This meticulously prepared edition brings Sherman's enduring verse back to life, offering a window into the poetic landscape of early Canadian literature. Explore themes of nature, reflection, and the human condition through the eyes of a celebrated Canadian voice. "Matins" presents a collection of poems that showcase Sherman's mastery of language and his profound connection to the Canadian experience. A significant contribution to world literature and Canadian fiction in verse, this volume is a testament to the power of poetry to capture the essence of a place and time. Ideal for readers interested in Canadian poetry, classic verse, and the rich tapestry of Canadian literary heritage. This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.

Produktdetails

• Verlag: Creative Media Partners, LLC
• Erscheinungstermin: 28. März 2025
• Englisch
• Abmessung: 234mm x 156mm x 2mm
• Gewicht: 54g
• ISBN-13: 9781023305891
• ISBN-10: 1023305895
• Artikelnr.: 74100490

Autorenporträt

Francis Sherman (1871-1926) was a Canadian poet, often regarded as a precursor to the high modernists in his exploration of symbol and myth. Born in Fredericton, New Brunswick, Sherman rejected the more widely trod paths of his time, instead paving his own marked by a lyrical intensity and a deep engagement with the pastoral. His 1896 collection 'Matins,' along with other works such as 'In Memorabilia Mortis' (1896) and 'A Canadian Calendar: XII Lyrics' (1900), demonstrated his conscious effort to craft a distinctly Canadian poetic voice. While 'Matins' carries Sherman's signature blend of religious imagery and natural landscapes, it also underscores his struggles between faith and doubt, emblematic of the fin de siècle anxieties. Often included in anthologies of Canadian poetry, Sherman's work dwells in a liminal space between Victorian formalism and the burgeoning modernist aesthetic. Though his literary career was brief, his impact on Canadian letters has been underscored by scholarly attention to his lyrical treatments of local landscapes and complex spirituality. Much of his work is characterized by an intricate use of meter and traditional forms, signaling a burgeoning transition in Canadian literature and foreshadowing the modernist innovations that would later dominate the twentieth century.