"Poems in Wartime" by John Greenleaf Whittier is a collection of verses shining a light on labor, reform and the fight against slavery during the Civil War era. Written by an abolitionist and Quaker, this collection dives into the ideas of freedom and fairness during a difficult time. The poems capture the heartache, optimism, and battles of people longing to be free in a country torn apart by war, highlighted by stories such as "Barbara Frietchie," about standing up to Confederate soldiers, and "Thy Will Be Done," a reflection on trusting in God during tough times. Whittier's poems are an appeal to fight against injustice, pushing for a united effort to end slavery; his work reflects on the impacts of slavery, championing unity and fairness against oppression, and demonstrating a commitment to ending slavery, along with faith and never giving up.
Poems in Wartime Part 4 From Volume III of The Works of John Greenleaf Whittier
By John Greenleaf Whittier
During the American Civil War, a passionate Quaker poet creates a collection of work that expresses the moral and emotional turmoil of a nation battling itself over injustice, encouraging readers to unite and emancipate.
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About the AuthorJohn Greenleaf Whittier was an American Quaker poet and advocate of the abolition of slavery in the United States. Frequently listed as one of the fireside poets, he was influenced by the Scottish poet Robert Burns. Whittier is remembered particularly for his anti-slavery writings, as well as his 1866 book Snow-Bound.
John Greenleaf Whittier was an American Quaker poet and advocate of the abolition of slavery in the United States. Frequently listed as one of the fireside poets, he was influenced by the Scottish poet Robert Burns. Whittier is remembered particularly for his anti-slavery writings, as well as his 1866 book Snow-Bound.
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