A Welcome to Lowell by John Greenleaf Whittier
The poem describes a visit to Lowell, Massachusetts, and the speaker's observations of the city's industrial landscape and its impact on the environment. The speaker notes the beauty of the Merrimack River but also criticizes the pollution caused by the textile mills. The poem highlights the tension between economic progress and environmental degradation.
By John Greenleaf Whittier · First published 1826 · Genre: Poetry, Lyric, Elegy · 318 words
First lines
Take our hands, James Russell Lowell, Our hearts are all thy own; To-day we bid thee welcome Not for ourselves alone.
In the long years of thy absence Some of us have grown old, And some have passed the portals Of the Mystery untold;
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- Work type: Poem
- Author: John Greenleaf Whittier
- Date: 1826 CE
- Language: English
- Genres: Poetry, Lyric, Elegy, Tribute, Romanticism
- Length: 318 words
- Structure: 1 section, 12 paragraphs
- Reading fit: Fairly Easy (7th Grade)
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Genres
- Poetry — The work is written in verse, employing rhythm and meter typical of poetry.
- Lyric — The poem expresses personal feelings and emotions, particularly in welcoming a beloved figure.
- Elegy — It reflects on themes of memory and loss, honoring those who have passed.
- Tribute — The poem serves as a tribute to a significant individual, celebrating their contributions and legacy.
Tags
American Literature · Poetry Collection · 19th Century Poetry · New England · Lowell Massachusetts · Industrialization · Social Commentary · Labor Movement · Working Class · Poetic Form · Free Verse · Narrative Poem