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100	1		_aWhittier, John Greenleaf, _d1807-1892
245	1	0	_aBarclay of Ury, and other poems : _bPart 3 From Volume I of The Works of John Greenleaf Whittier
264		1	_aSalt Lake City, UT : _bProject Gutenberg, _c2005
300			_a1 online resource : _bmultiple file formats
336			_atext _btxt _2rdacontent
337			_acomputer _bc _2rdamedia
338			_aonline resource _bcr _2rdacarrier
500			_aRelease date is 2005-12-01
508			_aThis eBook was produced by David Widger
520			_a"Barclay of Ury, and other poems by John Greenleaf Whittier" is a collection of narrative and legendary poems written during the mid-19th century. The book explores themes such as faith, perseverance, and the human experience through the lens of historical events and moral lessons. The collection reflects Whittier's deep commitment to social justice and his Quaker beliefs, capturing the emotional weight of personal and collective struggles. The title poem, "Barclay of Ury," narrates the story of a Quaker named Robert Barclay, who faces persecution for his beliefs in 17th-century Scotland. As he encounters mockery and violence from the crowd, he remains steadfast, embodying patient endurance in the face of injustice. Other poems in the collection, such as "The Angels of Buena Vista," recount acts of compassion during the Mexican-American War, while "Kathleen" touches on themes of love and sacrifice. Whittier's poetry often contrasts human adversity with uplifting faith in divine providence, creating a profound narrative arc that speaks to the reader's heart and conscience. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
534			_nOriginal publication data not identified
653			_aAmerican poetry -- 19th century
856	4	0	_uhttps://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/9562
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