Oread

H.D.

Fiction | Poem | Adult

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H.D.

Oread

Fiction | Poem | Adult

Book Details

Format

Poem • Fiction

Audience

Adult

Super Short Summary

In the poem "Oread" by H.D., a person experiencing the sea calls upon nature to merge the forest and ocean. They invite the sea's waves to behave like forest pines, symbolizing a fusion of natural elements. The poem captures a person's vivid imagery and emotional plea for connection with nature's powerful forces.

Mysterious

Fantastical

Contemplative

Reviews & Readership

3.2

15 ratings

27%

Loved it

60%

Mixed feelings

13%

Not a fan

Review Roundup

Oread by H.D. blends vivid imagery and symbolism, reflecting her Imagist roots. Critics praise the poem’s concise language and evocative power, capturing nature's force through its merging of sea and forest imagery. Some readers find its abstract style challenging, yet its brevity and intensity leave a lasting impression. Overall, it's celebrated for its artistic impact.

Who Should Read Oread?

A reader who appreciates Oread by H.D. likely enjoys modernist poetry with vivid imagery and mythological themes. Fans of Ezra Pound's Cantos or T.S. Eliot's The Waste Land will appreciate the poem's evocative language and innovative style. This reader values brevity and depth in their literary exploration.

3.2