Castle-Builder
'Castle-Builder' Summary
The Castle-Builder is a poem by Henry Wadsworth Longfellow that tells the story of a young man who builds a castle in the air. The castle represents the young man's dreams and aspirations. As he builds, he encounters various challenges and obstacles, but he remains determined to complete his creation. The poem ultimately celebrates the importance of dreams and the human spirit's ability to overcome adversity.Book Details
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Henry Wadsworth Longfellow
United States
Henry Wadsworth Longfellow was an American poet and educator whose works include "Paul Revere's Ride", The Song of Hiawatha, and Evangeline. He was the first American to translate Dante Alighieri's Di...
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