The Battle Of Waterloo: A Poem In Two Cantos (1816)

By John Haskins

Book Overview

The Battle of Waterloo: A Poem in Two Cantos is a literary work written by John Haskins and first published in 1816. The poem is a historical account of the famous battle that took place on June 18, 1815, near the town of Waterloo in Belgium. The poem is divided into two cantos, each of which describes different aspects of the battle.The first canto of the poem provides a detailed account of the events leading up to the battle, including the movements of the armies and the strategies employed by the commanders. The second canto describes the actual battle, including the fierce fighting that took place and the heroic deeds of the soldiers on both sides.Throughout the poem, Haskins uses vivid imagery and descriptive language to bring the battle to life for the reader. He also includes references to historical figures and events, giving the poem a sense of authenticity and accuracy.Overall, The Battle of Waterloo: A Poem in Two Cantos is a compelling work of literature that provides an insightful and engaging account of one of the most significant battles in European history. It is a must-read for anyone interested in military history, poetry, or literature in general.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: 1163998265
• ISBN13: 9781163998267
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 62 Pages
• Weight: 0.21 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.1" x 6.0" x 9.0"