
On Passing Deadman’s Island
by Thomas Moore
'On Passing Deadman’s Island' Summary
The poem narrates a journey through the waters surrounding a mysterious island, possibly referencing Deadman's Island in the Gulf of St. Lawrence, Nova Scotia. The speaker, traveling by sea, is captivated by the beauty and grandeur of the landscape, marveling at the towering cliffs, the crashing waves, and the vastness of the ocean. The speaker reflects on the passing of time, contrasting the timeless beauty of nature with the transient nature of human life. The poem's tone oscillates between awe and melancholy, with the speaker contemplating the fleeting nature of existence and the inevitability of death. The poem's imagery creates a vivid picture of the voyage, drawing the reader into the speaker's journey and the contemplation of the mysteries of life and death.Book Details
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Thomas Moore was an Irish writer, poet, and lyricist celebrated for his Irish Melodies. Their setting of English-language verse to old Irish tunes marked the transition in popular Irish culture from I...
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