What Cheer; Or, Roger Williams in Banishment: A Poem by Job Durfee
"What Cheer; Or, Roger Williams in Banishment: A Poem" by Job Durfee is a historical poem written in the late 19th century. The narrative revolves around Roger Williams, a pioneering advocate for religious freedom who was banished from the Massachusetts Bay Colony for his beliefs. The poem explores the trials and tribulations he faces during his exile, shedding light on his character, struggles, and the broader themes of conscience and liberty. The
opening of the poem introduces Williams in the midst of a harsh winter as he grapples with the difficult reality of exile. The scene is set with vivid imagery of his home in Salem, its defenses bolstered against the winter storm, and the emotional toll that his impending departure takes on him and his family. As a messenger from the Governor delivers the news of his banishment, Williams displays a steadfast spirit in the face of adversity. The poem captures his longing for friendship and support, ultimately revealing his deep commitment to the pursuit of a society defined by liberty of conscience, a theme that will unfold as the story progresses. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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About this eBook
| Author | Durfee, Job, 1790-1847 |
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| Editor | Durfee, Thomas, 1826-1901 |
| LoC No. | 27017587 |
| Title | What Cheer; Or, Roger Williams in Banishment: A Poem |
| Note | Reading ease score: 65.5 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read. |
| Credits | Brian Wilson and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive/American Libraries.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PS: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature |
| Subject | Williams, Roger, 1604?-1683 -- Poetry |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 65495 |
| Release Date | Jun 3, 2021 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 136 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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