Westminster Abbey is a poem by Thomas Bailey Aldrich, published in 1875. It is a narrative poem that tells the story of a young man who visits Westminster Abbey in London and is inspired by the beauty and grandeur of the building. He reflects on the history of the abbey and the people who have been buried there, including kings, queens, and other famous figures. He also muses on the idea of death and the afterlife, and how the abbey serves as a reminder of the past and a symbol of hope for the future. The poem is written in a lyrical style and is full of imagery and symbolism. It is a classic example of Victorian poetry and is still widely read and studied today.
By Thomas Bailey Aldrich · First published 1880 · Genre: Historical Fiction, Romance, Mystery