Benjamin Tompson, 1642-1714,: First Native-Born Poet of America: His Poems, Collected With an Introduction by Howard Judson Hall
Language: English
Published by Tradd Street Press, 2026
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- Title
- Benjamin Tompson, 1642-1714,: First Native-Born Poet of America: His Poems, Collected With an Introduction by Howard Judson Hall
- Author
- Tompson, Benjamin
- Publisher
- Tradd Street Press
- Publication year
- 2026
- Condition
- New
- Binding
- Soft cover
- Language
- English
- ISBN 10
- 102529999X
- ISBN 13
- 9781025299990
"Benjamin Tompson, 1642-1714: First Native-Born Poet of America" is a definitive collection of the poetic works of a foundational figure in early American literature. As the first poet born on American soil, Tompson provides a unique and essential window into the cultural, religious, and social landscape of 17th-century New England. This volume brings together his significant contributions to the American canon, most notably the epic "New-Englands Crisis," which serves as a powerful contemporary account of King Philip's War. Through his verse, Tompson captures the anxieties and burgeoning identity of the Massachusetts Bay Colony with a sophisticated neoclassical style.
The collection showcases Tompson's versatility as a writer, featuring his elegies, satires, and occasional verses. His work reflects the complex transition from European literary traditions to a distinct American voice, characterized by a deep engagement with the local landscape and the struggles of colonial life. This compilation highlights Tompson's intellectual legacy as a Harvard graduate and educator, offering readers a glimpse into the early intellectual life of the colonies. Benjamin Tompson remains a vital subject for scholars of American history and literature, and this collection preserves the wit and formal mastery of a poet who chronicled the birth of a nation's literary identity.
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