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100 1 _aHalleck, Fitz-Greene,
_d1790-1867
245 1 0 _aFanny, with Other Poems
264 1 _aSalt Lake City, UT :
_bProject Gutenberg,
_c2010
300 _a1 online resource :
_bmultiple file formats
336 _atext
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337 _acomputer
_bc
_2rdamedia
338 _aonline resource
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500 _aRelease date is 2010-12-30
508 _aE-text prepared by Barbara Tozier, Stephanie McKee, Bill Tozier, and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team
520 _a"Fanny, with Other Poems" by Fitz-Greene Halleck is a collection of poetry written in the early 19th century. The highlighted poem, "Fanny," opens with a reflection on the character of Fanny, exploring themes of beauty, youth, ambition, and the socioeconomic dynamics of her family. The narrative intricately weaves Fanny's traits and aspirations with the fortunes of her father, evolving from humble beginnings to a position of wealth, while ultimately hinting at the broader societal implications of his rise. The beginning of "Fanny" introduces Fanny as a once charming and beautiful young woman who now grapples with her changing identity. The poet recounts her father's journey from obscurity in a small dry-goods shop to prominence among New York's elite, illustrating how wealth alters perceptions and social standings. As the verses unfold, Fanny dreams of a grand future filled with parties and admiration, yet shadows of ambition and social expectations loom over her character, establishing a tone of bittersweet introspection. This opening sets the stage for a deeper exploration of aspirations, personal struggle, and the effects of society on individual identities. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
534 _nOriginal publication data not identified
653 _aAmerican poetry
856 4 0 _uhttps://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/34762
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