The Poems of Adelaide A. Proctor

The Poems of Adelaide A. Proctor is a collection of poetry written by Adelaide Anne Proctor. Adelaide Anne Proctor was an English poet and philanthropist who lived in the 19th century. Her poems are known for their emotional depth and spiritual themes. This collection includes some of her most famous works, such as ""The Lost Chord"" and ""A Legend of Provence."" The poems in this book cover a wide range of topics, including love, loss, faith, and social justice. The language used in the poems is simple yet powerful, making them accessible to readers of all ages and backgrounds. The Poems of Adelaide A. Proctor is a timeless collection of poetry that continues to inspire and move readers today.1824. Complete Edition. Poetess and philanthropist, Proctor was the eldest daughter of poet Bryan Waller Procter (Barry Cornwall), who was a good friend of Charles Dickens. Nearly all of her poetry was in the first instance contributed to Household Words and All the Year Round. Dickens has given a characteristic testimony to her worth. She was, he says, a friend who inspired the strongest attachments; she was a finely sympathetic woman with a great accordant heart and a sterling noble nature. Contents include: Legends and Lyrics. A Book of Verses First Series; Legends and Lyrics. A Book of Verses Second Series; and A Chaplet of Verses. See other titles by this author available from Kessinger Publishing.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.