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The Collected Poetry of Robinson Jeffers: 1938-1962

This volume includes a selection of Robinson Jeffers' poetry, showcasing his deep engagement with nature and the human condition. Jeffers' work is known for its powerful imagery and philosophical depth, reflecting his interest in the natural world and the human experience. more

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Robinson Jeffers
Robinson Jeffers

Robinson Jeffers was an American poet known for his majestic descriptions of nature and profound philosophical reflections. His poetry often explores the relationship between humans and the natural world, as well as reflections on modern civilization. more

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“I hate my verses, every line, every word. Oh pale and brittle pencils ever to try One grass-blade's curve, or the throat of one bird That clings to twig, ruffled against white sky. Oh cracked and twilight mirrors ever to catch One color, one glinting flash, of the splendor of things.”

“O that our souls could scale a height like this, A mighty mountain swept o'er by the bleak Keen winds of heaven; and, standing on that peak Above the blinding clouds of prejudice, Would we could see all truly as it is; The calm eternal truth would keep us meek.”