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By: Stephen Vincent Benét (1898-1943)
A Selection from Young Adventure is a captivating collection of poems by Stephen Vincent Benét that explores themes of youth, adventure, and the beauty of nature. Benét’s lyrical writing style and vivid imagery truly bring each poem to life, allowing readers to immerse themselves in the fantastical worlds he creates.
The poems in this collection are a perfect blend of whimsy and introspection, with each piece offering a unique perspective on life and the human experience. From the hauntingly beautiful “The Mountain Whippoorwill” to the adventurous “A Kraken in the Berries,” Benét’s range as a poet is truly impressive.
Overall, A Selection from Young Adventure is a must-read for anyone who appreciates the power of poetry. Benét’s words have a way of reaching deep into the soul, leaving a lasting impact on those who dare to delve into his enchanting world.
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Stephen Vincent Benét (July 22, 1898 – March 13, 1943) was an American author, poet, short story writer and novelist. He is best known for his book-length narrative poem of the American Civil War, John Brown’s Body (1928), for which he won a Pulitzer Prize in 1929, and for two short stories, “The Devil and Daniel Webster” and “By the Waters of Babylon”.
It was a line of Benét’s poetry that gave the title to Dee Brown’s famous history of the destruction of Native American tribes by the United States: Bury My Heart at Wounded Knee.
