Miriam by John Greenleaf Whittier
The poem tells the story of a woman who has been wronged by her lover and seeks revenge through a series of subtle manipulations. The speaker describes Miriam's actions with a sense of admiration for her cunning and determination, but also notes that her pursuit of revenge ultimately consumes her.
By John Greenleaf Whittier · First published 1824 · Genre: Poetry, Religious, Historical Fiction · 3,849 words
First lines
TO FREDERICK A. P. BARNARD.
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- Work type: Poem
- Author: John Greenleaf Whittier
- Date: 1824 CE
- Language: English
- Genres: Poetry, Religious, Historical Fiction, Philosophical, Narrative
- Length: 3,849 words
- Structure: 1 section, 30 paragraphs
- Reading fit: Fairly Difficult (10th-12th Grade)
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Genres
- Poetry — The work is written in verse, employing meter and rhyme, characteristic of poetic form.
- Religious — The themes explore faith, spirituality, and the intersection of different religious beliefs.
- Historical Fiction — The narrative incorporates historical figures and settings, particularly relating to Akbar and the cultural context of his reign.
- Philosophical — The text engages with deep philosophical questions about truth, morality, and the nature of faith.
Tags
American Literature · Poetry · 19th Century · Free Verse · Nature Poetry · Romanticism · Symbolism · Feminine Perspective · Domesticity · Family Life · Love Poem · Elegy