Epigrams by Carolan
Thomas James Wise's book, Epigrams by Carolan, is a collection of epigrams written by the Irish poet and harpist Turlough O'Carolan (1670-1738). The book contains over 200 epigrams, which are short, witty poems that often contain a moral or philosophical message. The epigrams are organized into categories such as love, friendship, religion, and politics. Each epigram is accompanied by a brief introduction that provides context and background information. The book also includes a biographical sketch of O'Carolan and a selection of his songs. Epigrams by Carolan is an excellent resource for anyone interested in the life and works of this influential Irish poet.
By Thomas James Wise · First published 1913 · Genre: Poetry, Classical Literature, Irish Literature · 218 words
First lines
On Friars
Would'st thou on good terms with friars live, Ever be humble and admiring; All they ask of thee freely give, And in return be nought requiring.
On a surly Butler, who had refused him admission to the cellar
O Dermod Flynn it grieveth me Thou keepest not Hell's portal; As long as thou should'st porter be, Thou would'st admit no mortal.
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- Work type: Essay
- Author: Thomas James Wise
- Date: 1913 CE
- Language: English
- Genres: Poetry, Classical Literature, Irish Literature, Biography, History
- Length: 218 words
- Structure: 1 section, 7 paragraphs
- Reading fit: Fairly Easy (7th Grade)
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- Poetry — The book is a collection of epigrams, which are short, witty poems, written by the Irish harper Turlough O'Carolan.
- Classical Literature — The book is a collection of epigrams written by the Irish harper Turlough O'Carolan, who is considered to be one of the most important figures in Irish classical literature.
- Irish Literature — The book is a collection of epigrams written by the Irish harper Turlough O'Carolan, who is considered to be one of the most important figures in Irish literature.
- Biography — The book is a collection of epigrams written by the Irish harper Turlough O'Carolan, and includes biographical information about him.
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