The Poems of Adelaide A. Proctor

The Poems of Adelaide A. Proctor is a collection of poetry written by Adelaide Anne Proctor, a British poet who lived during the Victorian era. The book includes a variety of poems on various themes such as love, nature, religion, and social issues. Proctor's poetry is known for its emotional depth, vivid imagery, and lyrical quality. The collection includes some of her most famous works, such as ""The Lost Chord"" and ""A Legend of Provence"". The book also features an introduction that provides insight into Proctor's life and work, as well as a brief analysis of her poetic style. This collection is a must-read for anyone interested in Victorian poetry and the works of female poets.1824. Complete Edition. Poetess and philanthropist, Proctor was the eldest daughter of poet Bryan Waller Procter (Barry Cornwall), who was a good friend of Charles Dickens. Nearly all of her poetry was in the first instance contributed to Household Words and All the Year Round. Dickens has given a characteristic testimony to her worth. She was, he says, a friend who inspired the strongest attachments; she was a finely sympathetic woman with a great accordant heart and a sterling noble nature. Contents include: Legends and Lyrics. A Book of Verses First Series; Legends and Lyrics. A Book of Verses Second Series; and A Chaplet of Verses. See other titles by this author available from Kessinger Publishing.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.