The City of Dreadful Night by James Thomson

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Author Thomson, James, 1834-1882
Title The City of Dreadful Night
Note Reading ease score: 58.6 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read.
Credits Produced by Michael C. Browning, and David Widger
Summary "The City of Dreadful Night" by James Thomson is a poetic work written during the late 19th century, specifically in the Victorian era. This long poem delves into themes of despair, existential questioning, and the human condition, using the metaphor of a grim city to explore the darker aspects of life and the struggle for meaning amid suffering. The poem presents a lyrical journey through a haunting city characterized by hopelessness and shadow, where inhabitants are trapped in a perpetual state of despair. The narrator encounters various figures who embody lost faith, love, and hope, revealing the pervasive agony of life without purpose. As he navigates this city, he reflects on the nature of existence, pondering the futility of struggles and the inevitability of death. Ultimately, "The City of Dreadful Night" serves as a profound exploration of human anguish, framed by Thomson's evocative imagery and somber tone, leaving the reader to contemplate the inescapable realities of suffering and mortality. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class PR: Language and Literatures: English literature
Subject English poetry
Category Text
EBook-No. 1238
Release Date
Most Recently Updated Feb 8, 2013
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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