Captain Craig, Etc by Edwin Arlington Robinson

Name: Captain Craig, Etc
Author: Edwin Arlington Robinson

Captain Craig, Etc. is dedicated to the memory of John Hays Gardiner.

By Edwin Arlington Robinson · First published 1902 · Genre: Poetry Collection, Lyric Poetry, Narrative Poetry · 7 words

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TO THE MEMORY OF JOHN HAYS GARDINER

Captain Craig, Etc is listed on Textopian as a poem by Edwin Arlington Robinson, dated 1902 CE.

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Work type: Poem
Author: Edwin Arlington Robinson
Date: 1902 CE
Language: English
Genres: Poetry Collection, Lyric Poetry, Narrative Poetry, Dramatic Monologue, Psychological Poetry
Length: 7 words
Structure: 1 section, 1 paragraphs

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Poetry Collection — Captain Craig, Etc. is principally a volume of poems, including the title work and other verse pieces unified by Robinson's characteristic concern with human character and moral experience.
Lyric Poetry — Many of the poems are concise, reflective lyrics that use compressed language, rhythm, imagery, and emotional suggestion rather than sustained plot.
Narrative Poetry — The title poem and several related pieces develop situations, speakers, and implied histories, giving the verse a narrative and story-centered dimension.
Dramatic Monologue — Robinson frequently constructs poems around distinctive speakers or closely observed figures, using speech and implied audience to reveal personality and conflict.