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- A Poem (1856)

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The Redan: A Poem is a literary work written by Robert Mackenzie Beverley and published in 1856. The book is a long-form narrative poem that tells the story of the Siege of Sevastopol, a significant event in the Crimean War. The poem is divided into five cantos and follows the experiences of British soldiers as they fight against the Russian army. The title of the book is derived from the name of a fortification that was built by the Russians during the siege. The Redan: A Poem is a vivid and emotional portrayal of the horrors of war, with the author using his poetic skills to evoke the sights, sounds, and emotions of battle. The poem also explores themes of heroism, sacrifice, and the futility of war. The book is written in a traditional poetic style, with rhyming couplets and a regular meter. Overall, The Redan: A Poem is a significant work of literature that offers a unique perspective on a historical event. It is an important reminder of the human cost of war and the sacrifices made by soldiers in service of their country.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

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  • Sprog:
  • Engelsk
  • ISBN:
  • 9781165077816
  • Indbinding:
  • Paperback
  • Sideantal:
  • 116
  • Udgivet:
  • 10. september 2010
  • Størrelse:
  • 152x229x6 mm.
  • Vægt:
  • 163 g.
  • 2-3 uger.
  • 16. december 2024
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The Redan: A Poem is a literary work written by Robert Mackenzie Beverley and published in 1856. The book is a long-form narrative poem that tells the story of the Siege of Sevastopol, a significant event in the Crimean War. The poem is divided into five cantos and follows the experiences of British soldiers as they fight against the Russian army. The title of the book is derived from the name of a fortification that was built by the Russians during the siege. The Redan: A Poem is a vivid and emotional portrayal of the horrors of war, with the author using his poetic skills to evoke the sights, sounds, and emotions of battle. The poem also explores themes of heroism, sacrifice, and the futility of war. The book is written in a traditional poetic style, with rhyming couplets and a regular meter. Overall, The Redan: A Poem is a significant work of literature that offers a unique perspective on a historical event. It is an important reminder of the human cost of war and the sacrifices made by soldiers in service of their country.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

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