This edition had all images removed.
Title:
The first of May: a new version of a celebrated modern ballad
sixth edition
Credits: Charlene Taylor, Chuck Greif and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive)
Summary: "The First of May: a new version of a celebrated modern ballad" by Anna H. Drury is a satirical ballad written in the mid-19th century, specifically during the Victorian era. This poem reflects on the efforts surrounding the Great Exhibition of 1851, capturing the excitement and challenges faced by Prince Albert and the organizers as they prepared for this monumental event. The poem's likely topic centers on themes of national pride, the importance of collaboration, and the anxieties related to public events. In the text, Drury humorously depicts Prince Albert's attempts to unify various nations and individuals to contribute to the exhibition. Amidst the preparations, the poem explores fears of public discontent and potential failure, illustrating the challenges of managing such a vast undertaking. Queen Victoria's spirited support for the event juxtaposes Albert's worries, showcasing her confidence in the people's goodwill. The celebratory tone culminates in a vibrant depiction of the opening day, emphasizing themes of hope, unity, and the joy that comes from communal achievement, ultimately portraying the Great Exhibition as a significant moment in British history. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Reading Level: Reading ease score: 71.0 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
Author: Drury, Anna H. (Anna Harriet), 1824-1912
EBook No.: 65625
Published: Jun 16, 2021
Downloads: 232
Language: English
Subject: Great Exhibition (1851 : London, England) -- Poetry
LoCC: Language and Literatures: English literature
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.
This edition has images.
Title:
The first of May: a new version of a celebrated modern ballad
sixth edition
Credits: Charlene Taylor, Chuck Greif and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive)
Summary: "The First of May: a new version of a celebrated modern ballad" by Anna H. Drury is a satirical ballad written in the mid-19th century, specifically during the Victorian era. This poem reflects on the efforts surrounding the Great Exhibition of 1851, capturing the excitement and challenges faced by Prince Albert and the organizers as they prepared for this monumental event. The poem's likely topic centers on themes of national pride, the importance of collaboration, and the anxieties related to public events. In the text, Drury humorously depicts Prince Albert's attempts to unify various nations and individuals to contribute to the exhibition. Amidst the preparations, the poem explores fears of public discontent and potential failure, illustrating the challenges of managing such a vast undertaking. Queen Victoria's spirited support for the event juxtaposes Albert's worries, showcasing her confidence in the people's goodwill. The celebratory tone culminates in a vibrant depiction of the opening day, emphasizing themes of hope, unity, and the joy that comes from communal achievement, ultimately portraying the Great Exhibition as a significant moment in British history. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Reading Level: Reading ease score: 71.0 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
Author: Drury, Anna H. (Anna Harriet), 1824-1912
EBook No.: 65625
Published: Jun 16, 2021
Downloads: 232
Language: English
Subject: Great Exhibition (1851 : London, England) -- Poetry
LoCC: Language and Literatures: English literature
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.