Queen Summer; Or, The Tourney of the Lily and the Rose: Poetry Guide and Free Edition
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Queen Summer; Or, The Tourney of the Lily and the Rose is catalogued by Project Gutenberg with author credits for Crane, Walter (1845–1915).
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"Queen Summer; Or, The Tourney of the Lily and the Rose" by Walter Crane is a whimsical poem richly illustrated, created during the late 19th century. The book presents an enchanting narrative focusing on the theme of summer's beauty and allure, personified by Queen Summer and the rivalry between two champions—the Rose and the Lily—vying for her favor. This work exemplifies the artistic and literary trends of the Victorian era, where nature and allegory often coalesced in lush poetic form. The story unfolds in a vibrant garden setting, where Queen Summer presides over a tournament between the knights representing the Rose and the Lily. Their conflict culminates in a battle filled with imagery of floral splendor, evoking the vibrant colors and scents of summer. However, when neither champion can claim victory, Queen Summer intervenes and declares a truce, emphasizing the importance of unity and harmony between the two. In the end, the tournament transforms into a joyous celebration, where roses and lilies dance together under the moonlight, symbolizing the blend of love, life, and the beauty of coexistence in the natural world.
Book and edition facts
- Title: Queen Summer; Or, The Tourney of the Lily and the Rose
- Author credits: Crane, Walter (1845–1915)
- Catalogue language: English
Catalogue subjects
- Chivalry -- Juvenile poetry
- English poetry -- 19th century
- Flowers -- Juvenile poetry
- Knights and knighthood -- Juvenile poetry
- Queens -- Juvenile poetry
- Tournaments, Medieval -- Juvenile poetry
Gutenberg collections
- Category: Mythology, Legends & Folklore
- Category: Poetry
- Children's Verse
- Horticulture
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