The Golfer's Rubaiyat (eBook)

Henry Walcott Boynton (Autor)

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2022
47 Seiten
DigiCat (Verlag)
859-654734038-6 (EAN)

Infos

Henry Walcott Boynton's 'The Golfer's Rubaiyat' is a delightful collection of poetry inspired by the classic work of Omar Khayyam. Boynton masterfully combines the themes of love, loss, and the passage of time with the world of golf, creating a unique and engaging read for enthusiasts of both literature and the sport. The lyrical style of the poems, reminiscent of Khayyam's original Rubaiyat, adds a timeless quality to the work, making it a compelling exploration of the human experience through the lens of golf. The book also includes beautiful illustrations that bring to life the exquisite imagery found in Boynton's verses. In 'The Golfer's Rubaiyat,' readers will find a perfect blend of poetry and passion for golf, making it a must-read for those who appreciate both art forms.

Autor

Henry Walcott Boynton, an American author from the late 19th and early 20th centuries, carved a niche for himself in the realm of literary pastiches with his whimsical work 'The Golfer's Rubaiyat' (1901). In this playful homage, Boynton adeptly captures the spirit of Edward FitzGerald's famous translation of 'Rubaiyat of Omar Khayyam' while infusing it with the enthusiasm and idiosyncrasies of the burgeoning golf culture of his time. His adaptation of the Persian poetic form into an ode to the game of golf showcased both his appreciation of classical literature and his passion for the sport. Boynton's literary style often combined lighthearted humor with an undercurrent of earnestness, a reflection of the Edwardian era's societal leanings toward both leisure and propriety. Although 'The Golfer's Rubaiyat' remains Boynton's most recognized work, contributing to the broader genre of sports literature at the turn of the century, details regarding his broader literary contributions and personal life remain sparse. Nonetheless, through his unique blend of poetry and sport, Boynton has secured a quaint, though modest, footnote in the annals of American literary history.

Produkt-Details

• Erscheint lt. Verlag: 16.9.2022
• Verlagsort: Prague
• Sprache: englisch
• Themenwelt: Literatur ► Lyrik / Dramatik ► Lyrik / Gedichte
• Schlagworte: American Literature • classic sports literature • Contemplative verses • cultural intersections • etc. • Golf • Golf Course • golfer's muse • golf poetry • Henry Walcott Boynton • humorous poetry • imitations • literary homage • Lyric Poetry • Medieval inspiration • Omar Khayyam • Parodies • Pastoral elegance • persian poetry influence • philosophical musings • poetic tribute to golf • Poetry • public domain poetry • Reflections on society • Rubaiyat inspiration • satirical poetry • sporting culture • sports poems