The Rock-Tomb of Bradore
This poem is a narrative about the discovery of an ancient tomb and its contents, which are revealed to be those of Bradore, a legendary figure from medieval history. The speaker describes the tomb's location in a remote area, surrounded by trees and a river. Upon entering the tomb, the speaker finds a series of artifacts, including a sword, a shield, and a helmet, all bearing the emblem of Bradore.
By John Greenleaf Whittier · First published 1828 · Genre: Poetry, Romanticism, Nature Writing · 632 words
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H. Y. Hind, in Explorations in the Interior of the Labrador Peninsula (ii. 166) mentions the finding of a rock tomb near the little fishing port of Bradore, with the inscription upon it which is given in the poem.
A DREAR and desolate shore! Where no tree unfolds its leaves, And never the spring wind weaves Green grass for the hunter's tread; A land forsaken and dead, Where the ghostly icebergs go And come with the ebb and flow Of the waters of Bradore!
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- Work type: Poem
- Author: John Greenleaf Whittier
- Date: 1828 CE
- Language: English
- Genres: Poetry, Romanticism, Nature Writing, Lyrical, Elegy
- Length: 632 words
- Structure: 1 section, 5 paragraphs
- Reading fit: Fairly Easy (7th Grade)
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Genres
- Poetry — The work is written in verse, employing poetic devices and structure.
- Romanticism — Themes of nature, emotion, and individual experience are prevalent, characteristic of the Romantic genre.
- Nature Writing — The vivid descriptions of the desolate landscape and natural elements reflect a deep engagement with nature.
- Lyrical — The personal and emotional expression throughout the poem aligns with lyrical qualities.
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American Literature · Poetry · 19th Century · Romanticism · Nature · Mortality · Death · Tomb · Rock · Bradore · Symbolism · Allegory