Lyrics For Freedom: And Other Poems (1862)

By Continental Club and The Continental Club

Book Overview

Lyrics for Freedom: And Other Poems is a collection of poems published in 1862 by The Continental Club. The book is divided into two parts: the first part contains poems focusing on the theme of freedom, including the abolition of slavery and the fight for civil rights. The second part of the book contains a variety of poems on different topics, including love, nature, and patriotism.The poems in Lyrics for Freedom are written in a variety of styles, including sonnets, ballads, and free verse. They are written by a number of different poets, including John Greenleaf Whittier, Oliver Wendell Holmes, and James Russell Lowell. Many of the poems are written from the perspective of African Americans and highlight the struggles they faced during this time period.The Continental Club was a group of writers and intellectuals who came together to promote the abolition of slavery and the advancement of civil rights. They were active in the mid-19th century and played an important role in shaping public opinion on these issues.Overall, Lyrics for Freedom: And Other Poems is an important historical document that provides insight into the social and political climate of the 1860s. It is a powerful collection of poetry that continues to resonate with readers today.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: 1164892622
• ISBN13: 9781164892625
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 258 Pages
• Weight: 0.77 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.5" x 6.0" x 9.0"