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100 1 _aThompson, Francis,
_d1859-1907
245 1 0 _aVictorian Ode for Jubilee Day, 1897
264 1 _aSalt Lake City, UT :
_bProject Gutenberg,
_c2011
300 _a1 online resource :
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337 _acomputer
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338 _aonline resource
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500 _aRelease date is 2011-04-20
508 _aProduced by The Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive.)
520 _a"Victorian Ode for Jubilee Day, 1897" by Francis Thompson is a poetic work written during the late 19th century. This collection of verse serves as a tribute to the rich tapestry of English history and culture in celebration of Queen Victoria's Jubilee, reflecting on the legacy of the Victorian era. The poem explores themes of national pride, artistic heritage, and the interconnectedness of art, science, and warfare, encapsulating the essence of a Britain at the height of its imperial power. In this ode, Thompson conjures a vivid procession of illustrious figures from England's literary and military past, depicting both poets and soldiers as they move through the streets in a ghostly pageant. The poem contrasts the beauty of poetic creation with the harsh realities of war, celebrating England's triumphs and the profound impact of its great minds and warriors on the nation. As the celebration unfolds, the poet calls for a recognition of the strength and wisdom derived from these historical figures, urging contemporary England to honor its past while embracing joy and peace. Ultimately, it becomes a heartfelt homage to the duality of England's legacy—one of both glory and remembrance, inviting the reader to reflect on the weight of history and the promise of the future. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
534 _nOriginal publication data not identified
653 _aVictoria, Queen of Great Britain, 1819-1901 -- Anniversaries, etc. -- Poetry
856 4 0 _uhttps://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/35922
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