World's Best Poetry, Volume 7: Descriptive and Narrative (Part 1)
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'World's Best Poetry, Volume 7: Descriptive and Narrative (Part 1)' Summary
This anthology brings together a variety of poems that praise and mourn some of history's most remarkable individuals. It features works dedicated to esteemed statesmen, including Napoleon Bonaparte, George Washington, and Abraham Lincoln, as well as prominent writers such as William Shakespeare, John Milton, Charles Dickens, and Henry Wadsworth Longfellow. The poems, ranging from odes and elegies to addresses and epitaphs, offer a profound glimpse into the lives and legacies of these historical figures, showcasing the enduring power of words to both celebrate and lament. The collection's introductory essay by Richard Le Gallienne provides further context and analysis, enriching the reader's understanding of the poems and their significance within the broader literary landscape.Book Details
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