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Poems in Wartime / Part 4 From Volume III of The Works of John Greenleaf Whittier

By John Greenleaf Whittier
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A collection of wartime and reform poems that mix hymnic devotion, political address, and elegy, responding to national conflict and the end of slavery. The pieces alternate solemn gratitude and moral admonition, mourning battlefield losses, celebrating emancipation, urging just reconstruction and respect for labor, and envisioning peace and reconciliation. Occasional poems address public figures and events, pastorally transform battlefields into symbols of renewal, and praise acts of teaching and uplift. The tone ranges from devotional prayer to patriotic exhortation, often using biblical imagery and simple lyric forms to call for mercy, civic responsibility, and lasting social change.

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John Greenleaf Whittier

John Greenleaf Whittier (1807-1892) was an American poet and advocate for social reform, particularly known for his strong anti-slavery stance. A prominent figure in the abolitionist movement, Whittier's poetry often reflected his deep commitment to social justice and moral integrity. His notable works include "Barbara Frietchie," which celebrates courage in the face of oppression, and the collection "Anti-Slavery Poems," which articulates the struggles and injustices faced by enslaved individuals. Whittier's lyrical style and passionate themes contributed significantly to American literature and the cultural discourse surrounding civil rights in the 19th century.

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