Death Has Crowned Him a Martyr
The poem explores the idea that a person who has died fighting for a noble cause is crowned a martyr by death itself. The speaker describes how the deceased's spirit is now free from earthly constraints and can soar to great heights, inspiring others to take up the fight. The poem also touches on the theme of sacrifice, suggesting that the martyr's death was not in vain but will instead bring about positive change.
By Ella Wheeler Wilcox · First published 1899 · Genre: Poetry, Historical, Political · 394 words
First lines
(Written on the day of President McKinley's death)
In the midst of sunny waters, lo! the mighty Ship of State / Staggers, bruised and torn and wounded by a derelict of fate, / One that drifted from its moorings in the anchorage of hate.
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Death Has Crowned Him a Martyr is listed on Textopian as a poem by Ella Wheeler Wilcox, dated 1899 CE.
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- Work type: Poem
- Author: Ella Wheeler Wilcox
- Date: 1899 CE
- Language: English
- Genres: Poetry, Historical, Political, Tragedy, Biographical
- Length: 394 words
- Structure: 1 section, 9 paragraphs
- Reading fit: Fairly Easy (7th Grade)
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Genres
- Poetry — The text is written in verse form with a rhythmic and lyrical quality.
- Historical — The poem references a specific historical event, the death of President McKinley.
- Political — The poem discusses themes related to governance, leadership, and the state.
- Tragedy — The poem centers around the tragic death of a significant figure.
Tags
Poetry · American Literature · 19th Century · Death · Martyrdom · Grief · Loss · Sorrow · Elegy · Tribute · Memorial · Remembrance