Gustavus Vasa and other poems
Echoes of Triumph: A Journey Through Historical PoetryBy William Sidney Walker
Length3h 40m
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In "Gustavus Vasa and Other Poems," William Sidney Walker employs a richly evocative literary style that intricately weaves historical narrative with poignant lyricism. The titular poem, a dramatic portrayal of the Swedish king's struggle against tyranny, showcases Walker's ability to blend storytelling and emotion, enriched with historical allusion and vivid imagery. Set against the backdrop of the Romantic era, this collection reflects a keen engagement with themes of heroism, liberation, and individual agency that resonate deeply with the era's fascination with the past and the complexities of human experience. William Sidney Walker, an English poet and historian, was significantly influenced by the turbulent political landscapes of his time, which shaped his contemplative approach to poetry. His academic background, particularly in classical studies, informed his intricate depictions of historical figures and events. Walker's experiences in the literary circles of the 19th century, alongside a fervent interest in social justice, are evident throughout this collection, reflecting both his personal convictions and the broader societal challenges of his era. This anthology is an essential read for those interested in the intersection of history and poetry, offering profound insights into the human condition through the lens of historical figures. Walker's masterful command of language and form invites readers to reflect on the past's relevance to modernity, making it an enriching addition to the libraries of poets, historians, and literature enthusiasts alike.
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GenrePoetry
Length3 hrs 40 mins
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Publish dateDec 19, 2019
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1PREFACE.
22FROM THE ELEVENTH BOOK OF STATIUS' THEBAID.
2A LIST OF SUBSCRIBERS TO THE 1st MARCH, 1813.
23FROM THE NINTH BOOK OF KLOPSTOCK'S MESSIAH.
3Gustavus Vasa.
24BEGINNING OF THE THIRTEENTH ILIAD,: TRANSLATED IN IMITATION OF WALTER SCOTT.
4ARGUMENT.
25LATIN POEMS.
5Gustavus Vasa,: A POEM.
26I.: Pirata loquitur.
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6BOOK I.
27II.
7BOOK II.
28III.: DIVI PAULI CONVERSIO.
8ARGUMENT.
29IV.
9BOOK II.
30NOTES ON GUSTAVUS VASA.
10BOOK III.
31BOOK THE FIRST.
11ARGUMENT.
32BOOK THE SECOND.
12BOOK III.
33BOOK THE THIRD.
13BOOK IV.
34PLAN FOR THE SEVEN NEXT BOOKS OF GUSTAVUS VASA.
14BOOK IV.
35BOOK THE FOURTH.
15SONG FOR THE FOURTH BOOK OF GUSTAVUS VASA:: SUPPOSED TO BE HEARD BY A DALECARLIAN HERMIT.
36BOOK THE FIFTH.
16THE RIVER TICINUS:: FROM THE FOURTH BOOK OF SILIUS ITALICUS.
37BOOK THE SIXTH.
17JUPITER THUNDERING IN DEFENCE OF ROME:: FROM THE TENTH BOOK.
38BOOK THE SEVENTH.
18FRAGMENT, IN IMITATION OF WALTER SCOTT.
39BOOK THE EIGHTH.
19THE EXILE:
40BOOK THE NINTH.
20A POEM.: —Superanda omnis fortuna ferendo est.
41BOOK THE TENTH.
21TO THE COMET, 1811.: WRITTEN ON ITS APPEARANCE.
42NOTES ON THE OTHER POEMS.: THE END.
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