jan 1, 1914 - 1914 Hilda Doolittle "Oread"

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"Oread" marks H.D. literary productivity marking her emergence as a leading figure during the imagist movement. The literary context embodies the principles of Imagism. H.D. was a poet associated with this movement emphasizing clear and vivid imagery, economy of language and a focus on the present moment. The poem shows her ability to capture an essence of nature and create powerful emotions through language. The historical context of the story was written in the 20th century during a period of great artistic experimentation and cultural shift. It is a reflection of the broader modernist movement in literature showing the desire to break away from traditional poetic conventions. It celebrates nature and its exploration of the individual's connection to the natural world resonating the growth of awareness of time.

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