Author: Aiken, Conrad
Synopsis:
In 'The House of Dust: A Symphony' by Conrad Aiken, readers are transported to a mysterious and haunting world where a house stands as a symbol of both beauty and decay. Through a series of interconnected poems, the author weaves a mesmerizing tale of love, loss, and the passage of time. As the house's inhabitants come and go, their stories unfold, revealing secrets, desires, and the fragile nature of human existence. With its evocative imagery and lyrical prose, this symphony of words invites readers to explore the depths of the human soul and the enduring power of the past.
Genres: Poetry, Gothic fiction, Symbolism
Themes: Love, Loss, Time, Mortality, Memory
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