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Poems

by Katherine Mansfield (1888–1923)

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  • 45 min read
  • 68 chapters
  • Reading level: 6th grade

"Poems by Katherine Mansfield" is a collection of poetry written by the renowned New Zealand author Katherine Mansfield, published during the early 20th century. The poems reflect a variety of themes, from childhood innocence and nature's beauty to deeper explorations of loneliness and love. Mansfield's lyrical style and keen observations are hallmarks of her work and contribute to the unique voice that she provides in this collection. The poems in this volume are categorized into sections that indicate different periods of Mansfield's writing, ranging from verses inspired by her early experiences to those reflecting more complex emotions as her life progressed. Notable pieces include whimsical explorations of childhood, the beauty of nature, and evocative expressions of longing and sorrow. Mansfield's ability to distill profound feelings into concise, vivid imagery allows readers to connect with the delicate nuances of life, while also embracing the bittersweet elements of memory and imagination. The collection ultimately showcases Mansfield’s exploration of human experiences, emotions, and the natural world, forming a poignant and reflective testament to her literary brilliance.

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  • New Zealand poetry · 20th century

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Poems at the Villa Pauline: 1916

VILLA PAULINE 39

CAMOMILE TEA 40

WAVES 41

THE TOWN BETWEEN THE HILLS 43

VOICES OF THE AIR 45

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Contents

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  1. Front Matter
  2. Poems at the Villa Pauline: 1916
  3. Child Verses: 1907
  4. Introductory Note
  5. In the Rangitaki Valley
  6. Spring Wind in London
  7. Butterfly Laughter
  8. The Candle
  9. Little Brother’s Secret
  10. Little Brother’s Story
  11. The Man with the Wooden Leg
  12. When I Was a Bird
  13. The Arabian Shawl
  14. Sleeping Together
  15. The Quarrel
  16. Loneliness
  17. The Meeting
  18. The Gulf
  19. The Storm
  20. Across the Red Sky
  21. Very Early Spring
  22. The Awakening River
  23. The Sea Child
  24. The Earth-Child in the Grass
  25. To God the Father
  26. The Opal Dream Cave
  27. Jangling Memory
  28. There Was a Child Once
  29. The Secret
  30. Sea Song
  31. Countrywomen
  32. Stars
  33. Deaf House Agent
  34. Villa Pauline
  35. Camomile Tea
  36. Waves
  37. The Town Between the Hills
  38. Voices of the Air
  39. Sanary
  40. Night-Scented Stock
  41. There Is a Solemn Wind to-Night
  42. Out in the Garden
  43. Fairy Tale
  44. Covering Wings
  45. Sorrowing Love
  46. A Little Girl’s Prayer
  47. The Wounded Bird
  48. A Fairy Tale
  49. Opposites
  50. Song of Karen, the Dancing Child
  51. A Joyful Song of Five
  52. The Candle Fairy
  53. Song by the Window Before Bed
  54. A Little Boy’s Dream
  55. Winter Song
  56. On a Young Lady’s Sixth Anniversary
  57. Song of the Little White Girl
  58. A Few Rules for Beginners
  59. A Day in Bed
  60. The Lonesome Child
  61. A Fine Day
  62. Evening Song of the Thoughtful Child
  63. Autumn Song
  64. The Black Monkey
  65. The Pillar Box
  66. The Quarrel
  67. Grown-Up Talk
  68. The Family

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This free edition of Poems by Katherine Mansfield comes from Project Gutenberg eBook #59276, released 2019-04-14. It is in the public domain in the United States, so you can read it here in full at no cost, on any phone, tablet or computer. Genre: Poetry.

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