An Elegy Wrote in a Country Church Yard (1751) and The Eton College Manuscript

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Author Gray, Thomas, 1716-1771
LoC No. 52002949
Title An Elegy Wrote in a Country Church Yard (1751) and The Eton College Manuscript
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Summary "An Elegy Wrote in a Country Church Yard (1751) and The Eton College Manuscript" by Thomas Gray is a distinguished poem categorized as an elegy, which was written during the early to mid-18th century. The poem explores themes of mortality, the nature of existence, and the dignity of the unnoticed and untold lives of the rural poor. It reflects an era that values both the simplicity of life in the countryside and the introspective nature of poetic expression. In the elegant verses of the poem, Gray contemplates a quiet country churchyard, where he meditates on the lives and deaths of the ordinary people buried there. He addresses the harsh realities of life, recognizing that many noble souls may remain unrecognized due to their humble origins. Through rich imagery and emotional depth, he reveals the universal truth of humanity: that everyone, regardless of status, ultimately faces the same fate of death. The poem concludes with an epitaph that encapsulates the essence of the uncelebrated individual, reflecting on the quiet virtue and sincere emotions that define their existence. Gray's work resonates deeply with readers, inviting contemplation on legacy, memory, and the value of simple lives lived with integrity. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class PR: Language and Literatures: English literature
Subject English poetry
Category Text
EBook-No. 15409
Release Date
Most Recently Updated Dec 14, 2020
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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