Our Country by Fanny J. Crosby
"Our Country" is a collection of poems written by Fanny J. Crosby, a blind American poet and hymn writer. The book was published in 1885 and contains 24 poems that reflect on the beauty and wonder of nature, as well as the author's personal experiences and reflections on life. The poems are written in a lyrical and expressive style, with themes of hope, faith, and perseverance throughout.
By Fanny J. Crosby · First published 1885 · Genre: Religious, Biography, Inspirational · 246 words
First lines
Our country, unrivalled in beauty, And splendor that cannot be told, How lovely thy hills and thy woodlands, Arrayed in the sunlight of gold. The eagle, proud king of the mountain, Is soaring majestic and free; Thy rivers and lakes in their grandeur Roll on to the arms of the sea.
Our country, the birthplace of freedom, The land where our forefathers trod, And sang in the aisles of the forest Their hymns of thanksgiving to God. Their bark they had moored in the harbor, No more on the ocean to roam; And there in the wilds of New England They founded a country and home.
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- Work type: Poem
- Author: Fanny J. Crosby
- Date: 1885 CE
- Language: English
- Genres: Religious, Biography, Inspirational, Historical
- Length: 246 words
- Structure: 1 section, 3 paragraphs
- Reading fit: Standard (8th-9th Grade)
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Genres
- Religious — Fanny J Crosby was a famous hymn-writer and poet, she often incorporates her staunch religious themes in her works.
- Biography — As the book is a collection of Crosby's own reflections and stories, it falls under this genre.
- Inspirational — Given Crosby's intended messages of hope, faith and wisdom in her works, the genre of Inspirational Literature is also pertinent.
- Historical — The book provides insight into the era Crosby lived in, resulting in elements of historical genre.
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Christian · religious · inspirational · poetry · hymn · American history · culture · society · politics · government · narrative · biography