Description

Queen Helen and Other Poems is a collection of poems written by John Vance Cheney, published in 1895. The book is divided into three sections: ""Queen Helen"", ""Lyrics and Sonnets"", and ""Miscellaneous Poems"". The first section, ""Queen Helen"", is a narrative poem that tells the story of Helen of Troy, her abduction by Paris, and the Trojan War. Cheney uses vivid imagery and rich language to bring the ancient tale to life. The second section, ""Lyrics and Sonnets"", contains shorter poems that explore a variety of themes, including love, nature, and spirituality. These poems showcase Cheney's skill with language and his ability to capture complex emotions in a few lines. The final section, ""Miscellaneous Poems"", includes a range of poems on various topics, from political commentary to reflections on the passing of time. Overall, Queen Helen and Other Poems is a collection of poetry that showcases Cheney's talent as a writer and his ability to explore a wide range of themes and subjects. It is a must-read for fans of classic poetry and anyone interested in the power of language to capture the human experience.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.