Savillon's Elegies: Or Poems (1795)

By James Wallace

Book Overview

Savillon's Elegies: Or Poems is a book of poetry written by Isaac Cruikshank and published in 1795. The book contains a collection of elegies, or mournful poems, that explore themes of love, loss, and death. The poems are written in a variety of styles, including sonnets, ballads, and odes, and are characterized by their emotional intensity and lyrical beauty.The title of the book refers to the fictional character of Savillon, who is the subject of many of the poems. Savillon is a tragic figure who embodies the pain and suffering of the human condition. Through his experiences, the poems explore the nature of love and the inevitability of death.Cruikshank's writing is marked by his keen observation of human nature and his ability to evoke powerful emotions in his readers. His language is rich and evocative, and his imagery is vivid and striking. The book is a testament to his skill as a poet and his deep understanding of the human experience.Overall, Savillon's Elegies: Or Poems is a moving and thought-provoking collection of poetry that explores timeless themes of love, loss, and mortality. It is a must-read for anyone who appreciates the beauty and power of language and the complexity of the human heart.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.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1163893226
• ISBN13: 9781163893227
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 182 Pages
• Weight: 0.55 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.4" x 6.0" x 9.0"