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Henry Wadsworth Longfellow's "The Complete Poems" serves as a rich tapestry of American sentiment, infused with themes of love, nature, hardship, and transcendence. Longfellow's poetic style is characterized by its musicality and accessibility, merging Romanticism with a distinctive American voice. The collection spans his prolific career, showcasing works that embrace historical narratives, such as in "The Song of Hiawatha," and personal reflections, revealing the depth of human emotion while drawing upon classical influences. Longfellow's deft use of rhythm and meter complements his lyrical explorations, inviting readers into a world where the personal and the universal intermingle seamlessly. Longfellow, one of America's most celebrated poets, was deeply influenced by the cultural climate of his time, marked by the Civil War and the search for an authentic American identity. His commitment to capturing the American experience, combined with his extensive academic background—studying languages, literature, and history—imbued his work with a profound sense of narrative and engagement with his surroundings. Personal tragedies, including the loss of loved ones, further shaped his poignant reflections on life and mortality, endearing him to readers across generations. This anthology is highly recommended for scholars, students, and poetry enthusiasts eager to explore foundational elements of American poetry. Longfellow's eloquent verses resonate with contemporary themes, making "The Complete Poems" a timeless exploration of human experience. Readers will find inspiration and solace within these pages, solidifying Longfellow's position as a pillar of American literary heritage.
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GenrePoetry
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Publish dateNov 16, 2023
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1PRELUDE.
26GOD'S-ACRE.
2[Greek quotation]
27TO THE RIVER CHARLES.
3WHAT THE HEART OF THE YOUNG MAN SAID TO THE PSALMIST.
28BLIND BARTIMEUS
4THE REAPER AND THE FLOWERS.
29THE GOBLET OF LIFE
5THE LIGHT OF STARS.
30MAIDENHOOD
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6FOOTSTEPS OF ANGELS.
31**************
7FLOWERS.
32POEMS ON SLAVERY.
8THE BELEAGUERED CITY.
33TO WILLIAM E. CHANNING
9**********
34THE SLAVE'S DREAM
10EARLIER POEMS
35THAT SHALL NOT BE TAKEN AWAY
11AN APRIL DAY
36THE SLAVE IN THE DISMAL SWAMP
12AUTUMN
37THE SLAVE SINGING AT MIDNIGHT
13WOODS IN WINTER.
38THE WITNESSES
14AT THE CONSECRATION OF PULASKI'S BANNER.
39THE QUADROON GIRL
15SUNRISE ON THE HILLS
40*******************
16THE SPIRIT OF POETRY
41THE SPANISH STUDENT
17BURIAL OF THE MINNISINK
42DRAMATIS PERSONAE
18****************
43ACT I.
19BALLADS AND OTHER POEMS
44SERENADE.
20THE SKELETON IN ARMOR
45SCENE I. — PRECIOSA'S chamber. Morning. PRECIOSA and ANGELICA.
21THE WRECK OF THE HESPERUS
46SCENE III. — The Prado. A long avenue of trees leading to the
22THE VILLAGE BLACKSMITH
47SCENE IV. — PRECIOSA'S chamber. She is sitting, with a book in
23ENDYMION
48SCENE V. — The COUNT OF LARA'S rooms. Enter the COUNT.
24IT IS NOT ALWAYS MAY
49SONG.
25THE RAINY DAY
50SCENE XI. — PRECIOSA'S bedchamber. Midnight. She is sleeping in
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