Abraham Lincoln Walks at Midnight
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“Abraham Lincoln Walks at Midnight” is a poem by Vachel Lindsay, written in 1912. It portrays a deeply troubled Lincoln, walking alone at midnight during the Civil War, wrestling with the weight of the nation’s fate and the moral complexities of the conflict. Lindsay uses vivid imagery and a rhythmic, almost hypnotic style to capture Lincoln’s internal turmoil and the profound impact of his decisions. The poem explores themes of leadership, war, and the burden of responsibility, reflecting on Lincoln’s deep sense of duty and his relentless pursuit of a more just and unified nation.Book Details
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Vachel Lindsay
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Nicholas Vachel Lindsay was an American poet. He is considered a founder of modern singing poetry, as he referred to it, in which verses are meant to be sung or chanted. Lindsay was born in Springfie...
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