The Plea of the Midsummer Fairies

“The Plea of the Midsummer Fairies” is a collection of poems by Thomas Hood, showcasing his Romantic style and imaginative storytelling. The collection includes the titular poem, a whimsical appeal from fairies facing the encroachment of the modern world, as well as “Hero and Leander,” a retelling of the classic Greek myth, and “Lycus the Centaur.” Hood’s poems blend humor, pathos, and social commentary, offering readers a glimpse into the concerns and artistic sensibilities of the early 19th century. These poems explore themes of nature, love, loss, and the clash between tradition and progress, making them a compelling read for those interested in Romantic poetry and Victorian literature.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you will see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work.This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.