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100 1 _aSwinburne, Algernon Charles,
_d1837-1909
245 1 0 _aSongs of Two Nations
264 1 _aSalt Lake City, UT :
_bProject Gutenberg,
_c2005
300 _a1 online resource :
_bmultiple file formats
336 _atext
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337 _acomputer
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338 _aonline resource
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500 _aRelease date is 2005-05-01
505 0 _aA song of Italy -- Ode on the proclamation of the French Republic.
508 _aText file produced by Mark Sherwood, Marc D'Hooghe and Delphine Lettau HTML file produced by David Widger
520 _a"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.)
534 _nOriginal publication data not identified
653 _aPoetry
856 4 0 _uhttps://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/8127
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