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Political Poems: Andrew Marvell's 'An Horatian Ode upon Cromwell's Return from Ireland'
Jan 31, 2024
Seamus Perry and Mark Ford discuss Andrew Marvell's 'An Horatian Ode upon Cromwell's Return from Ireland'. Topics include the poem's impact on politics, the portrayal of Cromwell, its themes and imagery, and the interplay of arts, propaganda, and politics.
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- 'An Horatian Ode upon Cromwell's Return from Ireland' by Andrew Marvell is considered the greatest political poem in the English language due to its power and intelligence.
- Marvell's poem presents a multifaceted depiction of Oliver Cromwell, exploring his military accomplishments, brutal campaign in Ireland, and rise to power while inviting readers to interpret his actions and the complex political climate of the time.
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