John Greenleaf Whittier, né à Haverhill le 17 décembre 1807 et mort à Hampton Falls, New Hampshire, le 7 septembre 1892, était un poète quaker américain renommé et un ardent défenseur de l'abolition de l'esclavage. Il appartient au groupe connu sous le nom de Fireside Poets
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Pennsylvania Pilgrim & Other poems. A Journey Through Time and Spirit in Early America
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- Nombre de pages54
- PrésentationBroché
- Poids0.102 kg
- Dimensions17,0 cm × 22,0 cm × 0,3 cm
- ISBN979-10-419-8855-6
- EAN9791041988556
- Date de parution13/03/2024
- ÉditeurCulturea
Résumé
What drives a man to seek solace in the quietude of nature and the echoes of history ? "Pennsylvania Pilgrim & Other Poems" by John Greenleaf Whittier invites readers into a world where the past and present intertwine through the lens of poetry. Set against the backdrop of 17th-century America, this collection delves into the lives of the early settlers, capturing their struggles, hopes, and spiritual quests.
Whittier, a master of narrative verse, paints vivid portraits of the Quaker community, exploring themes of faith, perseverance, and the quest for inner peace. The titular poem, "The Pennsylvania Pilgrim, " serves as a poignant reflection on the life of Francis Daniel Pastorius, a key figure in the establishment of Germantown, Pennsylvania. Through Whittier's evocative language, readers are transported to a time of new beginnings, where the promise of freedom and the challenges of frontier life coexist.
The collection also includes a variety of other poems that touch upon nature, morality, and the human condition, each offering a glimpse into Whittier's contemplative mind. By weaving historical narrative with poetic grace, this book offers readers a chance to reflect on the enduring human spirit and the timeless quest for meaning.
Whittier, a master of narrative verse, paints vivid portraits of the Quaker community, exploring themes of faith, perseverance, and the quest for inner peace. The titular poem, "The Pennsylvania Pilgrim, " serves as a poignant reflection on the life of Francis Daniel Pastorius, a key figure in the establishment of Germantown, Pennsylvania. Through Whittier's evocative language, readers are transported to a time of new beginnings, where the promise of freedom and the challenges of frontier life coexist.
The collection also includes a variety of other poems that touch upon nature, morality, and the human condition, each offering a glimpse into Whittier's contemplative mind. By weaving historical narrative with poetic grace, this book offers readers a chance to reflect on the enduring human spirit and the timeless quest for meaning.
