Poems of the Past and Present

<p><i>Poems of the Past and Present</i> penned by Thomas Hardy stands as a quintessential collection reflecting the sensibilities of the turn of the 20th century. Published in 1901 Hardy's verses explore timeless themes of love loss nature and the relentless passage of time. This volume showcases Hardy's distinctive voice blending traditional poetic forms with a modern often melancholic outlook. These poems delve into the human condition against the backdrop of a changing world offering readers a poignant reflection on the interplay between history and contemporary life.</p> <p>Hardyâ€(TM)s keen observations and emotional depth resonate throughout the collection solidifying its place as a significant contribution to English literature. Readers will find both solace and contemplation within these pages as Hardy's words continue to capture the complexities of the human experience with enduring power and grace.</p><p>This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore you will see the original copyright references library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world) and other notations in the work.</p><p>This work is in the public domain in the United States of America and possibly other nations. Within the United States you may freely copy and distribute this work as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.</p><p>As a reproduction of a historical artifact this work may contain missing or blurred pages poor pictures errant marks etc. Scholars believe and we concur that this work is important enough to be preserved reproduced and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.</p><br>