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The Cornflower, and Other Poems

by Jean Blewett

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First published
1906
Pages
199
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A prairie schoolteacher's argument with a prosperous farmer opens Jean Blewett's collection of Canadian verse. In the title poem, Ned hires Betty to teach the local children, then faces her demands for a warmer schoolhouse and a safer well. Cornfields, farm work and lively conversation give this dispute over money and responsibility a familiar rural setting. Other narrative poems draw on courtship, domestic quarrels and the small misunderstandings that shape relationships.

The collection also moves into public remembrance, prayer and affection for Canada. A poem on Queen Victoria sets her youthful queenship beside the grief following her death, while "Thankfulness" gives equal attention to joy, work and weariness. "The Native Born" finds national pride in summer orchards and winter weather.

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Book facts

First published
1906
Reading time
About 2 hours
Pages
199
Language
English
Genre
Poetry
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