Lines Of Battle And Other Poems

Lines Of Battle And Other Poems is a collection of poems written by Henry Howard Brownell. The book contains a total of 56 poems that are divided into three sections: Lines of Battle, Miscellaneous Poems, and Translations. The first section, Lines of Battle, consists of poems that were inspired by Brownell's experiences as a sailor during the American Civil War. These poems are full of vivid descriptions of naval battles and the life of sailors on board the ships. They capture the excitement and danger of being at sea during wartime.The second section, Miscellaneous Poems, contains a variety of poems on different themes. Some of the poems are about nature, while others are about love, friendship, and the human condition. These poems showcase Brownell's versatility as a poet and his ability to write on a wide range of topics.The third section, Translations, features Brownell's translations of poems by other writers. These translations include works by the French poet Charles Baudelaire and the Italian poet Giacomo Leopardi. Brownell's translations are faithful to the original texts and capture the essence of the poems in English.Overall, Lines Of Battle And Other Poems is a collection of poems that showcases Brownell's talent as a poet and his unique perspective on the world. The book is a must-read for anyone interested in American poetry, naval history, or the Civil War.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.