Poems on Various Subjects, Religious and Moral · Chapter
XI explained
The speaker expresses a willingness to leave New England for Britannia, finding joy in the prospect of seeing her divine charms again.
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The speaker expresses a willingness to leave New England for Britannia, finding joy in the prospect of seeing her divine charms again.
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Narrative arc
Story tension across the book.
- Setup
- Escalation
- Breaking point
- Aftermath
- Closing
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- Freedom and Enslavement
The act of resigning New England's fields for Britannia may imply a choice or constraint related to freedom and allegiance.
Characters to notice
- Britannia
The speaker addresses Britannia directly, resigning New England's fields for her.
- Unknown Narrator
The speaker expresses personal joy and resignation for Britannia.
Key passages
“For thee, Britannia, I resign New-England’s smiling fields; To view again her charms divine, What joy the prospect yields!”
For you, Britannia, I give up the pleasant landscapes of New England; the thought of seeing your divine beauty again brings me great happiness.
The speaker expresses a joyful sacrifice for the sake of Britannia.
