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Title:
At Sundown, and other poems
Part 5 from Volume IV of The Works of John Greenleaf Whittier
Note: Reading ease score: 71.1 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
Credits: This eBook was produced by David Widger
Summary: "At Sundown, and other poems by John Greenleaf Whittier" is a collection of poetry written during the late 19th century. The book showcases Whittier's reflections on nature, human experience, and significant historical themes, often infused with a sense of spirituality and reverence for life. Through a selection of poems, Whittier explores poignant topics such as love, loss, faith, and remembrance, revealing the deep connections between individuals and their surroundings. This collection presents a diverse array of poems that encompass personal meditations, social commentary, and celebrated historical figures. In "The Vow of Washington," Whittier honors George Washington's leadership and vision for unity, while "The Captain's Well" tells the touching story of a shipwrecked sailor's promise to build a well for weary travelers. Additionally, Whittier pays tribute to contemporaries like Oliver Wendell Holmes and James Russell Lowell, reflecting on their impacts on literature and society. Ultimately, the poems encompass a timeless sense of longing and celebration for life's transience and beauty, inviting readers to contemplate their own experiences and beliefs. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Author: Whittier, John Greenleaf, 1807-1892
EBook No.: 9585
Published: Dec 1, 2005
Downloads: 77
Language: English
Subject: American poetry -- 19th century
LoCC: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.
This edition has images.
Title:
At Sundown, and other poems
Part 5 from Volume IV of The Works of John Greenleaf Whittier
Note: Reading ease score: 71.1 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
Credits: This eBook was produced by David Widger
Summary: "At Sundown, and other poems by John Greenleaf Whittier" is a collection of poetry written during the late 19th century. The book showcases Whittier's reflections on nature, human experience, and significant historical themes, often infused with a sense of spirituality and reverence for life. Through a selection of poems, Whittier explores poignant topics such as love, loss, faith, and remembrance, revealing the deep connections between individuals and their surroundings. This collection presents a diverse array of poems that encompass personal meditations, social commentary, and celebrated historical figures. In "The Vow of Washington," Whittier honors George Washington's leadership and vision for unity, while "The Captain's Well" tells the touching story of a shipwrecked sailor's promise to build a well for weary travelers. Additionally, Whittier pays tribute to contemporaries like Oliver Wendell Holmes and James Russell Lowell, reflecting on their impacts on literature and society. Ultimately, the poems encompass a timeless sense of longing and celebration for life's transience and beauty, inviting readers to contemplate their own experiences and beliefs. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Author: Whittier, John Greenleaf, 1807-1892
EBook No.: 9585
Published: Dec 1, 2005
Downloads: 77
Language: English
Subject: American poetry -- 19th century
LoCC: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.