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Frank Mortimer Hawes

 
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Synopsis

A sweeping poetry collection that weaves history, myth, and quiet reflection into verse. Rhymes of the Centuries and Other Verses collects lyrical pieces ranging from epic prelude to intimate lyric. The book draws on historical moments, legendary explorers, and everyday scenes, all voiced in accessible, clean language.


Readers will encounter a variety of poetic forms—from sonnets to ballad-like stanzas and translations—throughout a broad arc that includes seafaring epics, classical echoes, and contemplative vignettes about life, love, and memory. The tone moves between grand theatricality and tender humanity, inviting both study and quiet enjoyment.



  • Vivid sea- and shore-imagery that evokes distant ages and voyages.

  • Historical figures reimagined in verse, with attention to mood and consequence.

  • Classical forms and lyrical dialogue that give a timeless, approachable feel.

  • Reflective poems on life, time, loss, and enduring bonds that speak to readers today.


Ideal for readers who enjoy classic poetry with historical texture, accessible language, and a contemplative pace.

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Présentation de l'éditeur

This is a pre-1923 historical reproduction that was curated for quality. Quality assurance was conducted on each of these books in an attempt to remove books with imperfections introduced by the digitization process. Though we have made best efforts - the books may have occasional errors that do not impede the reading experience. We believe this work is culturally important and have elected to bring the book back into print as part of our continuing commitment to the preservation of printed works worldwide. This text refers to the Bibliobazaar edition.

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