A Battle Cry by Ellen Glasgow (1929)
The novel revolves around the life of a young woman named Gabriella Carr, who grows up in a wealthy family in Virginia during the late 19th century. The story explores themes of love, family, and social class as Gabriella navigates her relationships with two men from different backgrounds: a wealthy and arrogant suitor, and a poor but passionate artist. Through Gabriella's experiences, the novel examines the constraints placed on women during this time period and the struggle for individuality within societal expectations.
By Ellen Glasgow · First published 1929 · Genre: Poetry, War, Tragedy · 149 words
First lines
I have made my stand at last / Where the thickest foes are found; / I shall fall as I have fought, / Yielding inch by inch the ground.
I have no surrender given, / I have measured hate with hate; / I have never stooped to call, / "Quarter! " to victorious Fate.
When sore pressed I have not sought / Aid from comrades in the field; / I have never turned to find / Succour from a friendly shield.
This shall be my guerdon gained, / When the hounds of war are passed: / "Peace to him who fought alone, / And who fell alone at last. "
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A Battle Cry is listed on Textopian as a poem by Ellen Glasgow, dated 1929 CE.
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- Work type: Poem
- Author: Ellen Glasgow
- Date: 1929 CE
- Language: English
- Genres: Poetry, War, Tragedy, Philosophical
- Length: 149 words
- Structure: 1 section, 4 paragraphs
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Genres
- Poetry — The work is structured as a poem with a clear verse format and poetic devices.
- War — The themes and imagery revolve around battle, conflict, and war.
- Tragedy — The poem deals with themes of struggle, isolation, and inevitable defeat.
- Philosophical — The poem reflects on existential themes such as fate, perseverance, and individual struggle.
Tags
Romance · Historical Fiction · American Literature · Southern Gothic · Family Saga · Social Commentary · War Novel · Civil War Era · Tragic Love Story · Feminist Themes · Patriotism · National Identity