La librairie des livres interdits

Marc Levy

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The Pains of Memory: A Poem, In Two Books is a literary work by Peregrine Bingham, published in 1811. The book is a long-form poem that explores the theme of memory and its impact on human emotions, particularly the pain that can be caused by remembering past experiences. The first book of the poem begins with an invocation to the muse of memory, urging her to help the poet recall the events of his past. The poet then proceeds to recount his childhood and early experiences, reflecting on the joys and sorrows of youth. He also explores the theme of love and its impact on memory, describing the pain of lost love and the bittersweet memories that remain.The second book of the poem delves deeper into the darker aspects of memory, exploring the pain and trauma that can be caused by remembering traumatic events. The poet reflects on the horrors of war and the impact it has on those who have experienced it, as well as the pain of loss and grief.Throughout the poem, Bingham employs a range of poetic techniques, including vivid imagery, metaphor, and allusion, to create a powerful and moving exploration of the theme of memory. The Pains of Memory: A Poem, In Two Books is a timeless work that continues to resonate with readers today.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.

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