Poems

Robert Bridges

Sep 2022 · DigiCat

About this ebook

Robert Bridges' anthology, 'Poems', is a testament to both his meticulous skill and the breadth of his emotional and intellectual palate. Bridges' style, precise and evocative, resonates with the late Victorian era's transition into modernist sensitivity while upholding classical poetic forms. His work, characterized by lyrical beauty and technical prowess, often reflects on nature, human experience, and existential introspection. DigiCat Publishing, in its dedication to preserving literary heritage, offers readers a judiciously crafted edition that emphasizes the text's historical significance and Bridges' place within the canon of English literature. As an eminent figure of his time, Robert Bridges, who later served as Poet Laureate of the United Kingdom, lived through the turns of the 19th and 20th centuries, an epoch of rapid change in the arts and society. His medical background, coupled with his intimate engagement with both the classics and evolving literary tastes, informed his poetic vision. The very act of writing provided Bridges a sanctuary from the tumultuous shifts around him, and offered a medium through which he could probe the dualities of man's existence. 'DigiCat's edition of 'Poems' by Robert Bridges is an invitation to connoisseurs and new readers alike to immerse themselves in a collection that resonates with timeless themes. It is especially recommended for those with an affinity for the elegiac and contemplative, seeking to explore the richness of traditional forms suffused with the anticipation of modernist thought. Bridges' work offers a bridge between ages, delivering both solace and intellectual challenge to the discerning reader.

About the author

Robert Bridges, born on October 23, 1844, in Walmer, Kent, was an influential British poet and literary figure who served as the Poet Laureate from 1913 until his death in 1930. Educated at Eton and then at Corpus Christi College, Oxford, he later studied medicine in London, a profession he practiced until his full commitment to literature around 1882. Bridges' poetic style is characterized by his rigorous use of meter and classical forms, his work often reflecting Victorian sensibilities and a deep affinity for the beauty of nature and the subtleties of the human experience. In his collection 'Poems' (1912), Bridges demonstrated his mastery of prosody and his unique ability to weave emotion and intellect within traditional structures. Celebrated for his technical expertise, he was also ahead of his time, advocating for poetic innovation and influencing the free verse movement. His contributions to the field extend beyond his own writings, as he played a role in the revival of interest in the work of Gerard Manley Hopkins, whose poems he edited posthumously. Throughout his career, Bridges remained a passionate voice for the power of poetry, and his works continue to be studied for their meticulous craft and enduring eloquence.