The Amusements of My Leisure Hours

The Amusements of My Leisure Hours

Thomas Hill

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Nabu Press
Año de edición:
2010
Materia
Antologías (no poéticas)
ISBN:
9781146497077
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'The Amusements of My Leisure Hours: Being a Small Collection of Poems' is a charming anthology of 19th-century verse by Thomas Hill. This collection offers a glimpse into the literary tastes and creative pursuits of the era. The poems reflect the sensibilities and themes prevalent in 1843, showcasing Hill’s talent for capturing emotion and observation in verse.This volume presents a delightful selection of poetry intended for leisurely reading and reflection. Perfect for enthusiasts of classic poetry, 'The Amusements of My Leisure Hours' provides an engaging experience for those seeking to explore the poetic expressions of a bygone era. Discover the lyrical beauty and thoughtful insights contained within this carefully curated collection.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 was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you will see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work.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.As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. 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.

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