| Author |
Whittier, John Greenleaf, 1807-1892 |
| Title |
Anti-Slavery Poems and Songs of Labor and Reform, Complete
Volume III of The Works of John Greenleaf Whittier
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| Note |
Includes eBooks 9575-9579.
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 72.5 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
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| Credits |
David Widger
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| Summary |
"Anti-Slavery Poems and Songs of Labor and Reform, Complete" by John Greenleaf Whittier is a collection of powerful and evocative poems written during the early 19th century, primarily in the context of the abolitionist movement. This work explores the moral and ethical implications of slavery, calling for reform and labor rights while also paying tribute to prominent figures such as abolitionist William Lloyd Garrison and the Haitian revolutionary Toussaint L'Ouverture. The collection is characterized by passionate language and stirring imagery intended to provoke thought and inspire action against oppression. The opening of this collection introduces a variety of poems that reflect on the injustices of slavery and the suffering endured by enslaved individuals. The first poem, dedicated to William Lloyd Garrison, praises his courage in advocating for the oppressed despite facing societal scorn. Following this, the poem about Toussaint L'Ouverture recounts his significant role in the fight for freedom in Haiti, evoking a mix of admiration and lament for the struggles of enslaved people. The pieces highlight not only the cruelties of the slave system but also the enduring spirit of resistance and the hope for divine justice, establishing a poignant tone that resonates through Whittier's reflective and impassioned verses. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
English |
| LoC Class |
PS: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature
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| Subject |
Slavery -- United States -- Poetry
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
9580 |
| Release Date |
Dec 1, 2005 |
| Most Recently Updated |
Sep 26, 2021 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads |
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