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The Lost Pilot by Edward Taylor — Nature Poetry Lines

By Edward Taylor

Topics: nature-poetry

for my father, 1922-1944 Your face did not rot like the others--the co-pilot, for example, I saw him yesterday. His face is corn- mush: his wife and daughter, the poor ignorant people, stare as if he will compose soon. He was more wronged than Job.

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"for my father, 1922-1944..."

"The Lost Pilot" by Edward Taylor is a nature english poem consisting of 65 lines. This English poem by Edward Taylor demonstrates the timeless power of verse to capture complex human emotions. Beginning with "for my father, 1922-1944 ...", this piece explores themes of nature through vivid imagery and emotional resonance. The work invites contemplation on the deeper currents of life, love, and the human condition. Edward Taylor's celebrated body of poetry continues to inspire readers across generations and cultures, and this particular work stands as a powerful example of their artistic vision.

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About Edward Taylor

Edward Taylor (c. 1642–1729) was an American Puritan poet and minister whose "Preparatory Meditations" are among the finest devotional poetry in English. His work was largely unpublished until the 20th century, when it was recognized as a major achievement.

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