The Sleeping Bard; Or, Visions of the World, Death, and Hell

"The Sleeping Bard; Or, Visions of the World, Death, and Hell" by Ellis Wynne is an allegorical poem that uses imaginative journeys to dissect morality and expose human weaknesses. The story follows a bard who, after dreaming on a Welsh mountain, is transported to a fantastical city where he's confronted with different vices and the characters who embody them. This mythical place reveals the follies and temptations that lead people astray, emphasizing the importance of virtue and redemption. Through striking imagery and symbolic characters, the poem paints a picture of the battle between good and evil, offering a powerful critique of society and a look into the consequences of immoral behaviors.