Ballads for the Times: American Lyrics, Geraldine, a Modern Pyramid, Hactenus, a Thousand Lines, and Other Poems (1853)

By Martin Farquhar Tupper

Book Overview

Ballads For The Times: American Lyrics, Geraldine, A Modern Pyramid, Hactenus, A Thousand Lines, And Other Poems (1853) is a collection of poems written by Martin Farquhar Tupper. The book features a variety of poetic styles, including ballads, lyrics, and longer narrative poems. Many of the poems address contemporary issues of the time, such as the American Civil War and the struggle for women's rights. The titular ""Ballads For The Times"" are a series of poems that reflect on the political and social upheaval of the mid-19th century. ""Geraldine"" is a narrative poem that tells the story of a young woman's journey from innocence to experience. ""A Modern Pyramid"" is a longer poem that explores the themes of ambition and mortality. ""Hactenus"" is a collection of shorter poems that touch on a range of topics, from love and nature to philosophy and religion. ""A Thousand Lines"" is a series of short poems that reflect on the passing of time and the inevitability of death. Overall, Ballads For The Times is a thought-provoking and engaging collection of poems that offers insight into the cultural and political climate of the mid-19th century.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1166488055
• ISBN13: 9781166488055
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 526 Pages
• Weight: 1.53 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.1" x 6.0" x 9.0"