To G. G by John Greenleaf Whittier
The poem is a tribute to George Greene, an American patriot who died in 1770. It portrays him as a symbol of the struggle for independence from British rule. The speaker reflects on Greene's life and legacy, highlighting his bravery and commitment to the cause. The poem also touches on themes of patriotism, sacrifice, and the passing of time.
By John Greenleaf Whittier · First published 1828 · Genre: Poetry, Lyric, Elegy · 207 words
First lines
AN AUTOGRAPH. The daughter of Daniel Gurteen, Esq., delegate from Haverhill, England, to the two hundred and fiftieth anniversary celebration of Haverhill, Massachusetts. The Rev. John Ward of the former place and many of his old parishioners were the pioneer settlers of the new town on the Merrimac.
Graceful in name and in thyself, our river None fairer saw in John Ward's pilgrim flock, Proof that upon their century-rooted stock The English roses bloom as fresh as ever.
Take the warm welcome of new friends with thee, And listening to thy home's familiar chime Dream that thou hearest, with it keeping time, The bells on Merrimac sound across the sea.
What this Textopian page supports
To G. G is listed on Textopian as a poem by John Greenleaf Whittier, dated 1828 CE.
This source record anchors work identity, reading entry points, and catalog context for checking claims about the work.
- Work type: Poem
- Author: John Greenleaf Whittier
- Date: 1828 CE
- Language: English
- Genres: Poetry, Lyric, Elegy, Historical, Romanticism
- Length: 207 words
- Structure: 1 section, 5 paragraphs
- Reading fit: Standard (8th-9th Grade)
Good citation fit
- Work identity for To G. G by John Greenleaf Whittier
- Canonical title URL and first readable passage URL
- Genre and topic classification from the Textopian catalog
- Readability and classroom-planning context
- Passage-specific claims should cite the exact /read/ URL for the relevant chapter or paragraph
Discussion starters
- What should a reader notice first when entering To G. G?
- How does this poem by John Greenleaf Whittier fit its genre, period, or classroom use?
- Where does Poetry first become important in the reading?
Similar titles
- To J P by John Greenleaf Whittier
- A Memorial by John Greenleaf Whittier
- Follen by John Greenleaf Whittier
- To Ronge by John Greenleaf Whittier
- Miriam by John Greenleaf Whittier
- To E C S by John Greenleaf Whittier
Genres
- Poetry — The work is written in verse, employing poetic devices and structure.
- Lyric — It expresses personal emotions and reflections, characteristic of lyric poetry.
- Elegy — The themes of memory and connection to the past suggest an elegiac quality.
- Historical — It references historical figures and events, linking personal and communal histories.
Tags
Poetry · American Literature · 19th Century · Free Verse · Nature Poetry · Romanticism · Love Poem · Sonnet · Elegy · Mourning · Grief · Loss