Daniel Wheeler
The poem tells the story of a young man who dies after being injured in a fight with his brother. The narrator reflects on the transience of life and the inevitability of death. The poem explores themes of mortality, sibling rivalry, and the fleeting nature of human existence.
By John Greenleaf Whittier · First published 1828 · Genre: Religious Poetry, Elegy, Inspirational Literature · 1,054 words
First lines
Daniel Wheeler, a minister of the Society of Friends, who had labored in the cause of his Divine Master in Great Britain, Russia, and the islands of the Pacific, died in New York in the spring of 1840, while on a religious visit to this country.
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- Work type: Poem
- Author: John Greenleaf Whittier
- Date: 1828 CE
- Language: English
- Genres: Religious Poetry, Elegy, Inspirational Literature, Historical Poetry, Narrative Poetry
- Length: 1,054 words
- Structure: 1 section, 7 paragraphs
- Reading fit: Fairly Difficult (10th-12th Grade)
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Genres
- Religious Poetry — The work reflects deep spiritual themes and reverence for a minister's life and faith.
- Elegy — It serves as a lament for the deceased, honoring their contributions and legacy.
- Inspirational Literature — The text aims to uplift and inspire through themes of faith, hope, and divine purpose.
- Historical Poetry — It references historical contexts and locations relevant to the subject's life and ministry.
Tags
American Literature · Poetry Collection · 19th Century · New England · Autobiographical · Biographical · Historical Fiction · Free Verse · Narrative Poetry · Coming of Age · Social Commentary · Morality Tale