Battle-Pieces and Aspects of the War

af Herman Melville

"Battle-Pieces and Aspects of the War" by Herman Melville is a poignant and introspective exploration of the American Civil War. Published in 1866, this collection of poems showcases Melville's ability to grapple with the complexities of war, human conflict, and the profound impact of historical events on the collective consciousness. Melville, best known for his novel "Moby-Dick," shifts his literary focus to the battlefield, offering readers a poetic panorama that captures the multifaceted nat... (Læs mere)