Leaves of Grass, Part 19 summary
Part 19 of 358 · Book 1: Inscriptions · 1 min to read the part
In What Place Is Besieged?, the speaker asks which place struggles unsuccessfully to escape a siege and declares that he sends military help there. The response brings an immortal commander, mounted soldiers, foot soldiers, artillery, and exceptionally deadly gunners into the scene.
What happens
- The speaker asks which place tries unsuccessfully to break a siege.
- The speaker sends that place a commander described as quick, courageous, and immortal.
- Cavalry, infantry, artillery batteries, and exceptionally deadly artillerymen accompany the commander.
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What to notice
The question establishes an unnamed place in distress. Its unsuccessful resistance prompts the speaker’s declaration of help.
Quick check
Which quality does the speaker give the commander?
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