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100 1 _aBiddolf, John‏
245 1 2 _aA poem on the earthquake at Lisbon
264 1 _aSalt Lake City, UT :
_bProject Gutenberg,
_c2021
300 _a1 online resource :
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338 _aonline resource
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500 _aBegins: Calm was the sky, the sun severely bright.
500 _aRelease date is 2021-12-25
508 _aCharlene Taylor, Chuck Greif and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive/American Libraries.)
520 _a"A poem on the earthquake at Lisbon" by John Biddolf is a poetic work written in the mid-18th century. This piece captures the catastrophic earthquake that struck Lisbon in 1755, reflecting on the chaos, destruction, and human experience of such a natural disaster. The poem combines vivid imagery and emotional depth, making it an impactful literary response to a significant historical event. The poem unfolds with a serene depiction of Lisbon before the disaster, illustrating a city in vibrant life, adorned by orange groves and bustling crowds. This tranquil setting is abruptly disrupted by the earthquake, unleashing devastation and horror, as people are shown fleeing in panic and confusion. Biddolf explores themes of fate, divine justice, and human vulnerability amidst the calamity, juxtaposing the initial revelry with the ensuing desolation. The aftermath sees a mourning world grappling with loss, and the poem ends with a reflection on charity and humanity in the face of tragedy, inviting readers to contemplate the transient nature of life and the enduring spirit of compassion. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
534 _nOriginal publication data not identified
653 _aLisbon Earthquake, Portugal, 1755 -- Poetry
856 4 0 _uhttps://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/67011
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