| Author |
Parkerson, James |
| Title |
An Elogy to the Memory of the late Wm. Palgrave, Esq., with Other Pieces
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| Alternate Title |
An Elegy to the Memory of the late William Palgrave, Esquire, with Other Pieces
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 79.0 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
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| Credits |
Transcribed from the early 1800’s edition by David Price. Many thanks to Norfolk and Norwich Millennium Library, UK, for kindly supplying the images from which this transcription was made
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| Summary |
"An Elogy to the Memory of the late Wm. Palgrave, Esq., with Other Pieces" by Jas. Parker son, Jun. is a poignant memorial written during the early 19th century. This work serves as both an elegy for William Palgrave, a respected figure in Norfolk, and a reflection on his character and contributions to society. The likely topic centers around themes of loss, remembrance, and the virtues of a life lived in service to others. The book presents a heartfelt tribute that outlines the personal and communal impact of William Palgrave's life. It details his compassion for the less fortunate, his fair and just approach as a magistrate, and the deep affection he held for his family. Through poetic language, it celebrates his unwavering support for those in need and paints a picture of a man whose legacy is marked by kindness and integrity. The elegy encourages readers to remember Palgrave not just in sorrow, but as a model of virtue, calling for reflection on one's own life and deeds in the face of mortality. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
English |
| LoC Class |
PR: Language and Literatures: English literature
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| Subject |
Palgrave, William, 1745-1822 -- Poetry
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
33457 |
| Release Date |
Aug 17, 2010 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
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