Lincoln by Ella Wheeler Wilcox
The poem is a tribute to Abraham Lincoln, the 16th President of the United States. It describes his humble beginnings, his rise to power, and his tragic assassination. The poem portrays Lincoln as a champion of freedom and equality, who gave his life for the unity of the nation.
By Ella Wheeler Wilcox · First published 1895 · Genre: Poetry, Biography, Historical · 116 words
First lines
When God created this good world A few stupendous peaks were hurled From His strong hand, and they remain The wonder of the level plain. But these colossal heights are rare, While shifting sands are everywhere.
So with the race. The centuries pass And nations fall like leaves of grass. They die, forgotten and unsung; While straight from God some souls are flung, To live immortal and sublime. So lives great Lincoln for all time.
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- Work type: Poem
- Author: Ella Wheeler Wilcox
- Date: 1895 CE
- Language: English
- Genres: Poetry, Biography, Historical, Inspirational
- Length: 116 words
- Structure: 1 section, 2 paragraphs
- Reading fit: Easy (6th Grade)
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Genres
- Poetry — The text is written in verse form with a focus on rhythm and meter.
- Biography — The content centers around the life and legacy of a historical figure, Abraham Lincoln.
- Historical — The themes and references are rooted in historical events and figures.
- Inspirational — The tone and message aim to inspire and elevate the subject's moral and ethical stature.
Tags
Biography · History · Non-Fiction · American President · 19th Century · Politics · Leadership · Abraham Lincoln · Civil War · Slavery · United States · Autobiographical