Barricades: Lyrics And Sonnets is a poetry collection written by Louis How and initially published in 1914. The book is a compilation of various poems that revolve around themes of love, nature, and social justice. The collection is divided into two sections, the first being lyrics, and the second being sonnets.The lyrics section comprises poems that are mostly short and lyrical, with a focus on love and nature. The poems in this section are characterized by their musicality and use of vivid imagery to convey emotions and sentiments. They explore the beauty of nature, the joys and sorrows of love, and the fleeting nature of life.The sonnets section, on the other hand, comprises poems that are more structured and formal in their composition. The sonnets explore themes of social justice and the struggles of the working class. They are characterized by their use of iambic pentameter and follow the traditional rhyme scheme of the Shakespearean sonnet. The sonnets in this section are a reflection of the political and social climate of the time, with the author expressing his views on issues such as poverty, inequality, and oppression.Overall, Barricades: Lyrics And Sonnets is a collection of poems that showcases the author's versatility and range as a poet. It is a timeless work that continues to resonate with readers, as it explores universal themes that are still relevant today.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.