His Monument by Franklin P. Adams
The novel revolves around a man who builds a monument to himself and his accomplishments, but it ultimately becomes a symbol of his own ego and vanity. As the story progresses, the protagonist's obsession with the monument grows, reflecting his increasing self-absorption and lack of genuine connection with others. The monument serves as a physical manifestation of his inner emptiness and spiritual decay. Through this narrative, the author critiques societal values that prioritize material success and external validation over personal growth and meaningful relationships.
By Franklin P. Adams · First published 1928 · Genre: Poetry, Classical Literature, Philosophical · 192 words
First lines
Horace: Book III, Ode 30 "_Exegi monumentum aere perennius -- -- _"
The monument that I have built is durable as brass, And loftier than the Pyramids which mock the years that pass.
Nor blizzard can destroy it, nor furious rain corrode -- Remember, I'm the bard that built the first Horatian ode.
I shall not altogether die; a part of me's immortal.
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- Work type: Essay
- Author: Franklin P. Adams
- Date: 1928 CE
- Language: English
- Genres: Poetry, Classical Literature, Philosophical, Literary
- Length: 192 words
- Structure: 1 section, 7 paragraphs
- Reading fit: Easy (6th Grade)
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Genres
- Poetry — The work is structured as a poem, with a focus on meter, rhyme, and lyrical expression.
- Classical Literature — The poem references classical themes and figures, such as Horace and Melpomene, and emulates the style of ancient odes.
- Philosophical — The themes explore immortality, legacy, and the enduring nature of art, which are philosophical in nature.
- Literary — The work engages with literary tradition and the concept of fame through the lens of literary achievement.
Tags
American Literature · Autobiographical Fiction · Coming-of-Age Story · Family Drama · Historical Fiction · Humor · Literary Classic · Memoir · Nostalgia · Realism · Satire · Social Commentary