Custer, and Other Poems. by Ella Wheeler Wilcox
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"Custer and Other Poems" by Ella Wheeler Wilcox is a collection of poetry written in the late 19th century. This volume reflects on themes of courage, love, human experiences, and the complexity of life, punctuated by the narrative of Custer's adventures and the moral implications of his legacy. The opening poem introduces the character of George Armstrong Custer, emphasizing his valor and contrasting it with the consequences of his actions. The beginning
of the collection presents a profound exploration of Custer's character and his unyielding spirit in battle. The poet reverently portrays Custer as both a soldier and a man, contemplating the nature of heroism while also acknowledging the darker truths of history, particularly his role in the conflicts between Native Americans and settlers. The poems speak not only of valor but also invoke reflections on moral responsibility, justice, and the complexity of human relationships, setting the stage for the philosophical inquiries that permeate the subsequent verses. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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About this eBook
| Author | Wilcox, Ella Wheeler, 1850-1919 |
|---|---|
| Title | Custer, and Other Poems. |
| Credits |
Produced by Thierry Alberto, David T. Jones and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at www.pgdp.net |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 82.7 (6th grade). Easy to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PS: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature |
| Subject | Poetry |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 20427 |
| ISBN (HTML) | 979-8-238-20427-7 |
| Release Date | Jan 23, 2007 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 537 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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