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Bloomfield, Nathaniel
1759
1831
An Essay on War, in Blank Verse; Honington Green, a Ballad; the Culprit, an Elegy; and Other Poems, on Various Subjects
Essay on war -- Elegy on the enclosure of Honington Green -- The culprit -- Yorkshire dip -- Love's triumph: an elegiac ballad -- the proverbs of threescore: affectionately addressed to eighteen -- More bread and cheese: a new song -- Lyric adressed to Dr. Jenner.
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"An Essay on War, in Blank Verse; Honington Green, a Ballad; the Culprit, an…", authored by Nathaniel Bloomfield, is a collection of poems that was published in the early 19th century, specifically in 1803. This work features a mix of themes centered around war, loss, and human emotions, articulated through a variety of poetic forms. The poems explore significant philosophical and moral topics, particularly the implications of war and the delicate interplay between love, loss, and socio-political issues of the time. The main poem, "An Essay on War," presents a contemplative reflection on the nature of war as an inevitable outcome of human expansion and competition for resources. Bloomfield philosophically speculates that war arises as societies grow and struggle for both space and sustenance. It delves into the deep human emotions tied to conflict, depicting the tragic consequences of battle on the lives of individuals and communities. Through "Honington Green," a personal elegy, the poet laments the loss of a beloved childhood space due to enclosure and the societal changes that accompany such transformations. In "The Culprit," a dramatic soliloquy, the speaker grapples with anxiety and despair faced by a man awaiting judgment. The thoughtful compositions of this collection reveal Bloomfield's nuanced understanding of the human condition amidst the broader themes of war and societal shifts. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Reading ease score: 65.5 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
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