The War-Song of Gamelbar
Gamelbar is a young warrior of the Iroquois nation, living in the 17th century. He is a brave and noble warrior, and his people look to him for leadership and courage. He is determined to protect his people and their way of life from the encroaching Europeans. The poem follows Gamelbar as he leads his people into battle against the Europeans. He rallies his warriors with a stirring war-song, and they march off to battle with courage and determination. The poem is a celebration of Gamelbar's courage and leadership, and of the Iroquois people's strength and spirit. In the end, the Iroquois are victorious, and Gamelbar is hailed as a hero.
By Bliss Carman · First published 1891 · Genre: Poetry, Romanticism, Historical Fiction · 589 words
First lines
Bowmen, shout for Gamelbar! Winds, unthrottle the wolves of war! Heave a breath And dare a death For the doom of Gamelbar! Wealth for Gamel, Wine for Gamel, Crimson wine for Gamelbar!
CHORUS:Oh, sleep for a knave, With his sins in the sod! And death for the brave, With his glory up to God! And joy for the girl, And ease for the churl! But the great game of war For our lord Gamelbar, Gamelbar!
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- Work type: Short story
- Author: Bliss Carman
- Date: 1891 CE
- Language: English
- Genres: Poetry, Romanticism, Historical Fiction, Drama
- Length: 589 words
- Structure: 1 section, 12 paragraphs
- Reading fit: Fairly Easy (7th Grade)
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Genres
- Poetry — The War-Song of Gamelbar is a poem written by Bliss Carman.
- Romanticism — The War-Song of Gamelbar is a romantic poem, with themes of heroism, courage, and patriotism.
- Historical Fiction — The War-Song of Gamelbar is set in a historical context, with references to battles and wars.
- Drama — The War-Song of Gamelbar is a dramatic poem, with a narrative structure and characters.
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war · song · poetry · nature · conflict · heroism · mythology · battle · spirituality · courage · sacrifice · identity