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The Columbian Ode
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Colonial Period (1600-1775)General Latin American HistoryGeneral Poetry
ISBN13: 9781024451696
Publisher: Hutson Street Press
Published: May 22 2025
Pages: 28
Weight: 0.12
Height: 0.06 Width: 6.14 Depth: 9.21
Language: English
The Columbian Ode, written by Harriet Monroe, commemorates the 400th anniversary of Columbus's arrival in America and was specially commissioned for the opening ceremonies of the World's Columbian Exposition in Chicago in 1893. This ode blends historical reflection with patriotic fervor, celebrating the progress and promise of the United States while acknowledging its complex colonial past. Monroe's work captures the spirit of the Gilded Age, a time of rapid industrial growth and burgeoning national identity. This poem offers a unique glimpse into the cultural and historical context of the late 19th century and remains a testament to the enduring power of verse to mark significant historical moments.
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