The Shipwreck Embellished (1822)

The Shipwreck Embellished is a narrative poem written by William Falconer and published in 1822. The poem tells the story of a shipwreck and the struggles of the crew as they try to survive in the midst of a violent storm. The poem is divided into six cantos and is written in rhyming couplets. The language is descriptive and vivid, painting a picture of the harsh conditions and the desperate situation of the crew. The poem also includes illustrations by Thomas Stothard, which add to the visual impact of the story. The Shipwreck Embellished is a classic example of a Romantic era poem, with its focus on nature, emotion, and the power of the individual spirit. It remains a popular work of literature today and is often studied in English literature courses.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.