The Battle Of Hastings: And Other Poems (1853)

By Joseph Sydney W. Hodges

Book Overview

The Battle of Hastings: And Other Poems is a collection of poems written by Sydney Hodges and published in 1853. The title poem is a historical account of the famous Battle of Hastings in 1066, which saw the Norman conquest of England by William the Conqueror. The poem is written in a romantic style, with vivid descriptions of the battle and its aftermath.The other poems in the collection cover a range of themes, from love and loss to nature and spirituality. Many of the poems are written in a lyrical style, with a focus on rhythm and rhyme. Some of the poems are also influenced by Hodges' Christian faith, with references to biblical stories and themes.Overall, The Battle of Hastings: And Other Poems is a significant work of poetry from the mid-19th century, offering a glimpse into the literary and cultural landscape of the time. It is also a valuable historical document, providing insight into the way that writers of the era understood and interpreted important events in English history.This scarce antiquarian book is a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: 1165772337
• ISBN13: 9781165772339
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 176 Pages
• Weight: 0.54 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.4" x 6.0" x 9.0"