Cedar Creek: A Poem (1901)

By William Henry Polhamus

Book Overview

Cedar Creek: A Poem (1901) is a literary work by William Henry Harrison Polhamus. This book is a long-form poem that tells the story of the Battle of Cedar Creek, which took place during the American Civil War. The poem is divided into four parts, each describing a different aspect of the battle. The first part of the poem sets the scene, describing the landscape and the soldiers who are preparing for battle. The second part of the poem describes the actual battle, with vivid descriptions of the chaos and violence that took place. The third part of the poem focuses on the aftermath of the battle, with descriptions of the wounded and dying soldiers, and the devastation left behind. The final part of the poem is a reflection on the meaning of the battle, and the sacrifices made by the soldiers who fought in it. Throughout the poem, Polhamus uses powerful and evocative language to bring the story of the battle to life. Overall, Cedar Creek: A Poem (1901) is a moving tribute to the soldiers who fought and died in the Battle of Cedar Creek, and a powerful reminder of the human cost of war.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: 1120172624
• ISBN13: 9781120172624
• Release Date: September 2009
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 52 Pages
• Weight: 0.18 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.1" x 6.0" x 9.0"