Lollingdon Downs And Other Poems - John Masefield

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Résumé :
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Biographie:
John Edward Masefield OM (1 June 1878 - 12 May 1967) was an English poet and writer, and the Poet Laureate of the United Kingdom from 1930 until 1967. Among his best known works are the children's novels The Midnight Folk and The Box of Delights, and the poems The Everlasting Mercy and Sea-Fever.
Masefield was born in Ledbury in Herefordshire, to George Masefield, a solicitor, and his wife Caroline. His mother died giving birth to his sister when Masefield was six and he went to live with his aunt. His father died soon afterwards, following a mental breakdown.[1] After an unhappy education at the King's School in Warwick (now known as Warwick School), where he was a boarder between 1888 and 1891, he left to board HMS Conway, both to train for a life at sea and to break his addiction to reading, of which his aunt thought little. He spent several years aboard this ship, and found that he could spend much of his time reading and writing. It was aboard the Conway that Masefield's love of story-telling grew. While he was on the ship he listened to the stories told about sea lore, continued to read, and decided that he was to become a writer and story-teller himself.
I must down to the seas again, to the lonely sea and the sky,
And all I ask is a tall ship and a star to steer her by,
And the wheel's kick and the wind's song and the white sail's shaking,
And a grey mist on the sea's face and a grey dawn breaking.

I must down to the seas again, for the call of the running tide
Is a wild call and a clear call that may not be denied;
And all I ask is a windy day with the white clouds flying,
And the flung spray and the blown spume, and the sea-gulls crying.
From Sea-Fever, in Salt-Water Ballads (1902)[2]
In 1894 Masefield boarded the Gilcruix, destined for Chile. This first voyage brought him the experience of sea sickness, but his record of his experiences while sailing through extreme weather shows his delight in seeing flying fish, porpoises and birds. He was awed by the beauty of nature, including a rare sighting of a nocturnal rainbow, on this voyage. On reaching Chile he suffered from sunstroke and was hospitalised. He eventually returned home to England as a passenger aboard a steamship.

Sommaire:
Step into the serene beauty of the English countryside with Lollingdon Downs And Other Poems by John Masefield, a captivating collection of early 20th century poetry that resonates with the soul. This pastoral poetry collection invites readers to wander through rural English landscapes, where nature and reflection intertwine in a tapestry of contemplation and solitude. Masefield's verses, reminiscent of the works of Robert Frost and Edward Thomas, capture the essence of Edwardian England, painting vivid imagery of its timeless beauty. Republished by Alpha Editions in a careful modern edition, this volume preserves the spirit of the original while making it effortless to enjoy today - a heritage title prepared for readers and collectors alike. More than just a reprint, it is a cultural treasure, offering poetry enthusiasts and literature students alike a chance to explore the profound themes of human connection with nature and the introspective journey it inspires. Whether you are a casual reader seeking solace in the quietude of the countryside or a classic-literature collector eager to enrich your library, this collection stands as a testament to the enduring power of British pastoral themes. Discover the literary significance of Masefield's work and let the gentle rhythm of his poetry transport you to a world where the beauty of the natural world and the depth of human emotion are eternally entwined....