Victor Hugo 1802-1902 (Odes)
The biography of Victor Hugo focuses on his life and literary career. Born in 1802, he was a French poet, novelist, and playwright. His early work included poetry collections, but he gained fame with novels like 'Les Misérables' and 'The Hunchback of Notre-Dame'. He was exiled to the island of Guernsey for his opposition to Napoleon III's regime. During this period, he wrote several works, including a collection of odes.
By Henry Van Dyke · First published 1885 · Genre: Poetry, Biography, Historical · 656 words
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Heart of France for a hundred years, Passionate, sensitive, proud, and strong, Quick to throb with her hopes and fears, Fierce to flame with her sense of wrong! You, who hailed with a morning song Dream-light gilding a throne of old: You, who turned when the dream grew cold, Singing still, to the light that shone Pure from Liberty's ancient throne, Over the human throng! You, who dared in the dark eclipse, -- When the pygmy heir of a giant name Dimmed the face of the land with shame, -- Speak the truth with indignant lips, Call him little whom men called great, Scoff at him, scorn him, deny him, Point to the blood on his robe of state, Fling back his bribes and defy him!
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- Work type: Poem
- Author: Henry Van Dyke
- Date: 1885 CE
- Language: English
- Genres: Poetry, Biography, Historical, Political, Inspirational
- Length: 656 words
- Structure: 1 section, 5 paragraphs
- Reading fit: Easy (6th Grade)
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- Poetry — The work is structured in verse, utilizing rhyme and meter, characteristic of poetic form.
- Biography — The content reflects on the life and achievements of a historical figure, providing insight into their character and impact.
- Historical — The text references historical events and figures, situating the narrative within a specific historical context.
- Political — Themes of liberty, justice, and political critique are prominent, reflecting on societal and governmental issues.
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French Literature · Poetry Collection · Victorian Era · Romanticism · Odes · Classical Influence · Symbolism · Imagery Rich · Emotional Depth · Philosophical Themes · Social Commentary · Historical Context