"The United Seas" by Robert W. Rogers
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"The United Seas" by Robert W. Rogers is a prose-poem written in the early 20th century, specifically around the time of the early 1910s. The work serves as an interpretation of the opening of the Panama Canal, commemorating the Panama-Pacific International Exposition and exploring themes of unity and international cooperation. The text reflects a deeper philosophical outlook on humanity's connection with the natural world and the significance of collective progress towards peace
and democracy. The opening of the book presents a vision of hope and unity amidst the backdrop of the Panama-Pacific International Exposition, highlighting the idea that the opening of the canal symbolizes a greater interconnectedness among nations. The author conveys a powerful message about the importance of vision and courage in the face of global conflict, calling for a shift from nationalistic pride to a global citizenship that embraces cooperation and peace. Through evocative language and rhythmic prose, Rogers sets the stage for an exploration of the transformative potential of humanity as it collectively gazes toward a shared future. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Rogers, Robert W. (Robert Wells), 1873- |
|---|---|
| Title | "The United Seas" |
| Credits |
Produced by Ayeshah Ali, Greg Bergquist and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive/American Libraries.) |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 60.2 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | TC: Technology: Ocean engineering |
| Subject | Panama Canal (Panama) |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 41987 |
| Release Date | Feb 3, 2013 |
| Last Update | Oct 23, 2024 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 906 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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