02415cam a22003133u 4500 8127 UtSlPG 20260610133217.0 m cr n 260607r2005||||utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d UtSlPG en iso639-1 PR Swinburne, Algernon Charles, 1837-1909 Songs of Two Nations Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg, 2005 1 online resource : multiple file formats text txt rdacontent computer c rdamedia online resource cr rdacarrier Release date is 2005-05-01 A song of Italy -- Ode on the proclamation of the French Republic. Text file produced by Mark Sherwood, Marc D'Hooghe and Delphine Lettau HTML file produced by David Widger "Songs of Two Nations" by Algernon Charles Swinburne is a collection of poems that expresses the complex feelings surrounding the political landscapes of Italy and France, written during the late 19th century. This book reflects on themes of freedom, nationalism, and the struggles of the oppressed, showcasing Swinburne's lyrical prowess and deep socio-political engagement. The likely topics of the book revolve around the pursuit of liberty and the transformative power of hope amidst human suffering. The collection features two prominent works: "A Song of Italy" and "Ode on the Proclamation of the French Republic." In "A Song of Italy," Swinburne personifies Italy as a suffering mother yearning for freedom, invoking powerful imagery of her pain and the sacrifices made for liberation. The poem is imbued with emotional depth, portraying the struggle against tyranny and celebrating the strength found in hope and resilience. Meanwhile, the "Ode on the Proclamation of the French Republic" reflects on the bittersweet emergence of liberty in France, contrasting the celebratory tones of newfound freedom with the sobering realities of past suffering. Through vivid metaphors and stirring language, Swinburne captures the tumultuous essence of the times, resonating with readers who value poetic expressions of passion and political consciousness. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Original publication data not identified Poetry https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/8127 50112 50112