Sea Spray And Smoke Drift

Sea Spray and Smoke Drift is a collection of poems written by Adam Lindsay Gordon, an Australian poet and horseman who lived in the 19th century. The book is divided into two parts: Sea Spray, which contains poems about the sea and sailing, and Smoke Drift, which contains poems about life in the Australian bush.The poems in Sea Spray evoke the beauty and danger of the sea, and the thrill of sailing. They capture the power of the ocean, the majesty of ships, and the courage of sailors. Gordon's love for the sea is evident in his vivid descriptions of storms, sunsets, and sea creatures.The poems in Smoke Drift are set in the Australian bush and depict the lives of pioneers and horsemen. They explore themes of loneliness, hardship, and the struggle to survive in a harsh environment. Gordon's love for horses is evident in his descriptions of them, and his sympathy for the people who worked with them is evident in his portrayal of their lives.Overall, Sea Spray and Smoke Drift is a collection of poems that celebrates the beauty of nature and the resilience of the human spirit. It is a tribute to the Australian landscape and the people who have made their lives there.Oh! the sun rose on the lea, and the bird sang merrilie, And the steed stood ready harness'd in the hall, And he left his lady's bower, and he sought the eastern tower, And he lifted cloak and weapon from the wall.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.