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Love Letters of a Violinist, and Other Poems

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A sequence of twelve lyrical epistles voiced by a violinist traces alternating moods—prelude, sorrow, regrets, yearnings, confessions, despair, hope, vision, to-morrow, retrospect, faith, victory—charting an artist's passionate reflections on love, loss, artistry, and longing. The volume also collects miscellaneous poems, sonnets, and Italian pieces that range from elegies and ballads to odes, patriotic verse, musical portraits, and meditations on death, nature, and literary figures. Recurring motifs include music as emotional expression, romantic yearning, creative torment, and homage to fellow composers and poets, while formal variety moves between narrative ballads, sonnet sequences, and choral or lyrical experiments.

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Eric Mackay

Eric Mackay was a Scottish poet and writer known for his lyrical and emotive verse. His works often explore themes of love and national identity, reflecting the sentiments of his time. Among his notable contributions to literature are "A Lover's Litanies," which showcases his romantic style, and "The Song of the Flag: A National Ode," a patriotic piece that resonates with national pride. Mackay's poetry is characterized by its musicality and depth, making him a significant figure in the literary heritage of the late 19th century.

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