Luther a. Todd. Obit July 27, 1887, Kansas City,
The poem is a tribute to Luther Todd, who has passed away. It reflects on his life and legacy, highlighting his virtues and the impact he had on those around him. The speaker praises Todd's character, noting his kindness, generosity, and strong sense of justice. The poem also touches on the themes of mortality and the passing of time, as the speaker acknowledges that Todd is no longer with them.
By James Whitcomb Riley · First published 1876 · Genre: Poetry, Elegy, Biography · 653 words
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Gifted, and loved, and praised By every friend; Never a murmur raised Against him, to the end! With tireless interest He wrought as he thought best, -- And -- lo, we bend Where now he takes his rest!
His heart was loyal, to Its latest thrill, To the home-loves he knew -- And now forever will, -- Mother and brother -- they The first to pass away, -- And, lingering still, The sister bowed to-day.
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Luther a. Todd. Obit July 27, 1887, Kansas City, Missouri is listed on Textopian as a short story by James Whitcomb Riley, dated 1876 CE.
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- Work type: Short story
- Author: James Whitcomb Riley
- Date: 1876 CE
- Language: English
- Genres: Poetry, Elegy, Biography, Sentimental, Victorian
- Length: 653 words
- Structure: 1 section, 9 paragraphs
- Reading fit: Fairly Easy (7th Grade)
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Genres
- Poetry — The work is structured in verse form, utilizing rhyme and meter, characteristic of poetry.
- Elegy — The poem serves as a lament for the deceased, reflecting on his life and virtues, typical of an elegy.
- Biography — The poem provides a biographical sketch of the subject's life, highlighting personal traits and relationships.
- Sentimental — The work evokes deep emotions and nostalgia, focusing on themes of love, loss, and memory.
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Poem · Elegy · Tribute · Biographical · Literary · American · 19th Century · Kansas City · Missouri · Death Notice · Obituary · Memorial