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Title: Personal Poems, Complete
Volume IV of The Works of John Greenleaf Whittier

Note: Includes eBooks 9581-9585.

Note: Reading ease score: 80.0 (6th grade). Easy to read.

Credits: Produced by David Widger

Summary: "Personal Poems, Complete" by John Greenleaf Whittier is a collection of poetry written in the mid-19th century, showcasing the heartfelt expressions of a prominent voice in American literature. This compilation encompasses a variety of themes such as loss, remembrance, love, social justice, and the beauty of nature, often reflecting the author's Quaker beliefs and his passionate involvement in the abolitionist movement. The opening of the volume presents a rich tapestry of lyrical poems, beginning with "A Lament," where Whittier mourns the loss of a dear friend, capturing the profound sense of sorrow and the painful reverberations of grief that accompany loss. Subsequent poems pay tribute to notable figures of Whittier's time, such as Charles B. Storrs and S. Oliver Torrey, highlighting their contributions to human freedom and the anti-slavery cause. The tone throughout is both contemplative and elegiac, filled with an appreciation for the beauty of the human spirit and a call to remember and act upon the shared responsibilities of compassion and justice. This collection promises readers an intimate glimpse into the emotional landscape of Whittier's mind, underscored by his commitment to social reform and the timeless nature of love and loss. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Author: Whittier, John Greenleaf, 1807-1892

EBook No.: 9586

Published: Dec 1, 2005

Downloads: 133

Language: English

Subject: American poetry -- 19th century

LoCC: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature

Category: Text

Rights: Public domain in the USA.

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Title: Personal Poems, Complete
Volume IV of The Works of John Greenleaf Whittier

Note: Includes eBooks 9581-9585.

Note: Reading ease score: 80.0 (6th grade). Easy to read.

Credits: Produced by David Widger

Summary: "Personal Poems, Complete" by John Greenleaf Whittier is a collection of poetry written in the mid-19th century, showcasing the heartfelt expressions of a prominent voice in American literature. This compilation encompasses a variety of themes such as loss, remembrance, love, social justice, and the beauty of nature, often reflecting the author's Quaker beliefs and his passionate involvement in the abolitionist movement. The opening of the volume presents a rich tapestry of lyrical poems, beginning with "A Lament," where Whittier mourns the loss of a dear friend, capturing the profound sense of sorrow and the painful reverberations of grief that accompany loss. Subsequent poems pay tribute to notable figures of Whittier's time, such as Charles B. Storrs and S. Oliver Torrey, highlighting their contributions to human freedom and the anti-slavery cause. The tone throughout is both contemplative and elegiac, filled with an appreciation for the beauty of the human spirit and a call to remember and act upon the shared responsibilities of compassion and justice. This collection promises readers an intimate glimpse into the emotional landscape of Whittier's mind, underscored by his commitment to social reform and the timeless nature of love and loss. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Author: Whittier, John Greenleaf, 1807-1892

EBook No.: 9586

Published: Dec 1, 2005

Downloads: 133

Language: English

Subject: American poetry -- 19th century

LoCC: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature

Category: Text

Rights: Public domain in the USA.