The Crescent Moon Book of Nature Poetry: From Langland To Lawrence

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An anthology featuring a rich collection of nature poetry from the Elizabethan era to the Romantic period, this book showcases works by renowned poets such as Shakespeare, Chaucer, and Wordsworth, alongside lesser-known voices, including neglected women and American poets like Dickinson. It explores themes of Spring, childhood, and paradise, highlighting the enduring connection between nature and human emotion. The unique poetic rhythms and rhyme schemes of medieval and contemporary verses create a tapestry reflecting humanity's deep relationship with the natural world.