The American Cyclops, the Hero of New Orleans, and Spoiler of Silver Spoons
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"The American Cyclops, the Hero of New Orleans, and Spoiler of Silver Spoons" by Pasquino is a satirical poem written in the late 19th century. This work is a critical commentary on a notable figure in American history, intertwining themes of heroism and mockery while exploring the broader social and political issues of the time. The poem cleverly parallels the Greek myth of Ulysses and the Cyclops, focusing on the character traits
and actions of a controversial military leader of the American Civil War. The book employs a blend of humor and biting criticism to portray the protagonist as a modern-day Cyclops, suggesting a blend of incompetence and moral failing. It delves into the exploits and misdeeds of this "hero" who, despite being celebrated, engages in cowardly and corrupt behavior, particularly during military campaigns in New Orleans. The text lampoons his drunkenness, ethical dubiousness, and the tragic outcomes of his actions, hinting at the irony of his supposed glory. Through vivid imagery and poignant verses, Pasquino illustrates the disparity between true heroism and the glorified narratives often surrounding historical figures, culminating in a call for peace and integrity in a time marred by conflict and corruption. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | McLaughlin, J. Fairfax (James Fairfax), 1839-1903 |
|---|---|
| LoC No. | 07013454 |
| Title | The American Cyclops, the Hero of New Orleans, and Spoiler of Silver Spoons |
| Credits |
Produced by Bryan Ness, David T. Jones and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from scans of public domain works at the University of Michigan's Making of America collection.) |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 65.2 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | E456: History: America: Civil War period (1861-1865) |
| Subject | Butler, Benjamin F. (Benjamin Franklin), 1818-1893 -- Poetry |
| Subject | New Orleans (La.) -- History -- Capture, 1862 -- Poetry |
| Subject | United States -- History -- Civil War, 1861-1865 -- Poetry -- Confederate |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 21274 |
| ISBN (HTML) | 979-8-238-21274-6 |
| Release Date | May 2, 2007 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 875 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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