Bücher von Hannah Cowley

"A Monody (on Chatterton)" is a poignant poetic composition by Hannah Cowley, an English playwright and poet of the 18th century. Born in 1743, Cowley was known for her works in the theatrical domain, and her monody reflects the Romantic sensibilities of her time.In this monody, Cowley expresses lament or elegy, focusing specifically on Thomas Chatterton. Chatterton was a young poet of the 18th century who gained posthumous acclaim for his talent but faced challenges during his lifetime. The term "monody" denotes a poetic lament for an individual or a solemn ode.Cowley's monody likely explores themes of melancholy, loss, or the tragic fate of Chatterton, who died at a young age. The monody form often allows for a deep exploration of emotions and a reflection on the human condition.To fully appreciate Cowley's "Monody (on Chatterton)," one could delve into the historical and literary context of Chatterton's life and the circumstances surrounding his death. Additionally, exploring Cowley's broader body of work would provide insights into her poetic style and thematic concerns.The monody serves as a literary tribute, offering readers a glimpse into Cowley's artistic expression and her engagement with the Romantic ideals prevalent during the 18th century. Copies of Cowley's works, including this monody, can be found in collections of classic literature or in libraries.

Go, idle Boy! I quit thy pow'r; Thy couch of many a thorn and flow'r; Thy twanging bow, thine arrow keen, Deceitful Beauty's timid mien; The feign'd surprize, the roguish leer, The tender smile, the thrilling tear, Have now no pangs, no joys for me, So fare thee well, for I am free! Then flutter hence on wanton wing, Or lave thee in yon lucid spring, Or take thy bev'rage from the rose, Or on Louisa's breast repose: I wish thee well for pleasures past, Yet bless the hour, I'm free at last. But sure, methinks, the alter'd day Scatters around a mournful ray; And chilling ev'ry zephyr blows, And ev'ry stream untuneful flows; No rapture swells the linnet's voice, No more the vocal groves rejoice; And e'en thy song, sweet Bird of Eve!With whom I lov'd so oft to grieve, Now scarce regarded meets my ear, Unanswer'd by a sigh or tear. No more with devious step I choose To brush the mountain's morning dews; "To drink the spirit of the breeze," Or wander midst o'er-arching trees; Or woo with undisturb'd delight, The pale-cheek'd Virgin of the Night, That piercing thro' the leafy bow'r, Throws on the ground a silv'ry show'r. Alas! is all this boasted ease To lose each warm desire to please, No sweet solicitude to know, For others' bliss, for others' woe, A frozen apathy to find, A sad vacuity of mind? O hasten back, then, heavenly Boy, And with thine anguish bring thy joy! Return with all thy torments here, And let me hope, and doubt, and fear. O rend my heart with ev'ry pain! But let me, let me love again.

The Town Before You - A comedy, as acted at the Theatre-Royal, Covent-Garden is an unchanged, high-quality reprint of the original edition of 1795.Hansebooks is editor of the literature on different topic areas such as research and science, travel and expeditions, cooking and nutrition, medicine, and other genres. As a publisher we focus on the preservation of historical literature. Many works of historical writers and scientists are available today as antiques only. Hansebooks newly publishes these books and contributes to the preservation of literature which has become rare and historical knowledge for the future.

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