Paean by John Greenleaf Whittier
The poem Paean is a tribute to the American poet Henry Wadsworth Longfellow, who had suffered a stroke and was recovering. It expresses gratitude for his life's work and celebrates his contributions to literature. The poem is written in a formal, elevated style, characteristic of Whittier's poetry.
By John Greenleaf Whittier · First published 1837 · Genre: Poetry, Political, Historical · 665 words
First lines
This poem indicates the exultation of the anti-slavery party in view of the revolt of the friends of Martin Van Buren in New York, from the Democratic Presidential nomination in 1848.
Now, joy and thanks forevermore! The dreary night has wellnigh passed, The slumbers of the North are o'er, The Giant stands erect at last!
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- Work type: Poem
- Author: John Greenleaf Whittier
- Date: 1837 CE
- Language: English
- Genres: Poetry, Political, Historical, Inspirational, Social Commentary
- Length: 665 words
- Structure: 1 section, 15 paragraphs
- Reading fit: Fairly Easy (7th Grade)
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Genres
- Poetry — The work is a poem that employs lyrical language and structured verse to convey its themes.
- Political — The poem addresses political themes, specifically the anti-slavery movement and the social context of the 1848 election.
- Historical — The poem reflects historical events and sentiments related to the abolitionist movement and the political climate of the time.
- Inspirational — The poem aims to inspire hope and action among its readers, celebrating freedom and perseverance.
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American Literature · Poetry Collection · 19th Century · Nature Poetry · Patriotic Themes · War Poetry · Civil War Era · New England · Regionalism · Symbolism · Imagery · Figurative Language