"Barclay of Ury, and other poems" by John Greenleaf Whittier is a compilation of stories told through poetry, capturing moments of history and humanity from the 1800s. Through his writing, Whittier looks at belief, never giving up, and what it means to be human, often connecting it to big moments in time and teaching us right from wrong. Whittier's values shine through in the poems, as he shares powerful tales of people facing tough times, and the title poem, "Barclay of Ury," tells of Robert Barclay, a Quaker who is mistreated because of what he believes in, but stays strong. Other poems tell of kind actions during wartime or speak to love and sacrifice. Whittier's words show the battle between hard times and hope in something greater, touching the reader's emotions and sense of what is right.
Barclay of Ury, and other poems Part 3 From Volume I of The Works of John Greenleaf Whittier
By John Greenleaf Whittier
Witness bravery, compassion, and unwavering faith as ordinary people face extraordinary trials in this collection of poems.
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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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