| Author |
Selmer, Louis |
| Title |
Boer War Lyrics
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 69.3 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
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| Contents |
Prelude -- On the trail of the lion -- The gibbet-song -- The scar -- To England: a forecast -- War -- Clio -- Ave Pax -- Alpha -- Omega -- Greatness -- Peter Cronje -- Christian De Wet -- Oom Paul -- Cecil Rhodes -- Chamberlain -- Salisbury -- Peace pending -- Peace -- After -- Christian De Wet -- Sine die -- A concordance.
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| Credits |
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| Summary |
"Boer War Lyrics" by Louis Selmer is a collection of poems written in the early 20th century. The book addresses the events and sentiments surrounding the Second Boer War, a conflict between the British Empire and two Boer republics in South Africa. Through verse, the author reflects on themes of war, justice, freedom, and human experience, portraying the moral complexities and the toll of the conflict on individuals and societies. The collection contains various poems, each delving into different aspects of the war, such as the struggles of the Boer fighters, the political figures involved, and the broader implications of imperialism and nationalism. Notably, pieces like "Peter Cronje" and "Christian De Wet" pay tribute to key figures in the Boer struggle, while others like "The Gibbet-Song" explore the darker realities of war and the consequences of government decisions. Selmer's use of imagery and emotive language aims to evoke a sense of lament and reflection, making the work not just a record of historical events but also an examination of the human spirit in times of strife. Overall, "Boer War Lyrics" serves as a poignant commentary on the complexities of conflict and the yearning for peace. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
English |
| LoC Class |
PS: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature
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| Subject |
South African War, 1899-1902 -- Poetry
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
44641 |
| Release Date |
Jan 10, 2014 |
| Most Recently Updated |
Jan 25, 2021 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
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