A Song of the English

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

Kipling, Rudyard, 1865-1936

Contributor:

Robinson, W. Heath (William Heath), 1872-1944.

Language:

English

Physical Description:

1 online resource : multiple file formats

Place of Publication:

Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg,

Summary:

"A Song of the English" by Rudyard Kipling is a lyrical collection of poems written during the early 20th century. The book reflects on English identity and the spirit of the English people, portraying themes of adventure, legacy, and loyalty to the homeland. Through vivid imagery and evocative language, Kipling celebrates England's maritime heritage and its connections to the broader British Empire. The content of the book consists of various poems that express a deep pride in English culture and its history, particularly in relation to seafaring and exploration. In sections like "The Coastwise Lights" and "The Song of the Dead," Kipling uses metaphor and personification to immortalize the sacrifices and endeavors of those who have served England on the seas. The verses grapple with themes of blood, sacrifice, and the bond between the motherland and its distant progeny, urging a sense of unity and shared purpose among English citizens both at home and abroad. Through these poignant works, Kipling encapsulates a compelling narrative of national pride and the weight of ancestry. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Contents:

A song of the English

The coastwise lights

The song of the dead

The deep-sea cables

The song of the sons

The song of the cities

England's answer.

Credits:

Produced by Chris Curnow, Steve Read and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive)

Notes:

Reading ease score: 84.0 (6th grade). Easy to read.

Release date is 2011-08-15