Hafblik

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"Hafblik" is a collection of Symbolist verse by Einar Benediktsson, an Icelandic poet. Published in 1906, it is one of his five volumes of poetry that showcase his masterful command of the Icelandic language and the influence of his extensive travels. The work exemplifies Benediktsson's patriotism, mysticism, and profound love of nature. He was known for his ornate style and his ability to reflect the larger world within smaller details. Benediktsson is considered by some to be the greatest Icelandic poet of the 20th century.1

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…kvaedi (1897; “Stories and Poems”), Hafblik (1906; “Smooth Seas”), Hrannir (1913; “Waves”), Vogar (1921; “Billows”), Hvammar (1930; “Grass Hollows”)—show a masterful command of the language and the influence of his extensive travels, and they exemplify his patriotism, mysticism, and love of nature. A speculative citizen of the world, he wrote…
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…kvaedi (1897; “Stories and Poems”), Hafblik (1906; “Smooth Seas”), Hrannir (1913; “Waves”), Vogar (1921; “Billows”), Hvammar (1930; “Grass Hollows”)—show a masterful command of the language and the influence of his extensive travels, and they exemplify his patriotism, mysticism, and love of nature. A speculative citizen of the world, he wrote…
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