The Setting Sun: A Poem in Seven Books (Classic Reprint) - Couverture souple

Williams, J.

 
9781333431747: The Setting Sun: A Poem in Seven Books (Classic Reprint)

Synopsis

Embark on a sweeping seven-book poem that blends memory, nation, and moral witness into one thoughtful historical arc.

This edition presents a reflective work in verse, weaving personal moments with public life to explore English society, war, and the duties of the citizen. Across vivid scenes—from barracks and council chambers to Christmas cheer and quiet domestic joys—the bookaudits the past while musing on the future.

  • Experience a poet’s portrait of a changing England, seen through family joys, local politics, and public duty.
  • Encounter sharp social critique aimed at war, power, and the uses of national strength.
  • Navigate intimate memories alongside broad, political reflections that shape the book’s overarching arc.
  • Read with attention to rhythm, imagery, and concise, epigrammatic lines that echo traditional verse.
Ideal for readers of historical and character-driven poetry that blends personal life with public events, and for those who enjoy a reflective, socially aware voice in verse.

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