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Set in a fictional small town, this collection of poetry draws inspiration from the tombstones of its deceased residents, reflecting the complexities of rural American life. Edgar Lee Masters presents a tapestry of interconnected lives, critiquing the idealized image of small-town existence. Originally published in 1914-1915, this expanded edition includes additional poems and offers a unique perspective shaped by the author's own experiences in Illinois. Celebrated as a significant work of American literature, it remains a compelling exploration of human nature and community.
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Spoon River Anthology, Edgar Lee Masters
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- Released
- 2019
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- Title
- Spoon River Anthology
- Language
- English
- Authors
- Edgar Lee Masters
- Publisher
- Digireads.com
- Released
- 2019
- Format
- Paperback
- Pages
- 148
- ISBN13
- 9781420961331
- Category
- Poetry
- First published
- 1915
- Original title
- Spoon River Anthology
- Description
- Set in a fictional small town, this collection of poetry draws inspiration from the tombstones of its deceased residents, reflecting the complexities of rural American life. Edgar Lee Masters presents a tapestry of interconnected lives, critiquing the idealized image of small-town existence. Originally published in 1914-1915, this expanded edition includes additional poems and offers a unique perspective shaped by the author's own experiences in Illinois. Celebrated as a significant work of American literature, it remains a compelling exploration of human nature and community.