The Mine

The Mine: A Dramatic Poem To Which Are Added Two Historic Odes is a literary work written by John Sargent and first published in 1796. The book is a collection of three works, the first of which is the titular dramatic poem. The poem tells the story of a group of miners who are trapped in a mine after a cave-in. The drama unfolds as they struggle to survive and escape, while also dealing with personal conflicts and moral dilemmas.The second and third works in the book are historic odes. The first is titled ""Ode to the Memory of General Montgomery"" and is a tribute to the American Revolutionary War hero who was killed in battle. The second is titled ""Ode on the Death of the Right Honourable William Pitt"" and is a tribute to the British statesman who served as Prime Minister during the Napoleonic Wars.Sargent's writing style is characterized by his use of vivid imagery and emotional language. He employs a variety of poetic techniques, such as alliteration and repetition, to create a powerful and engaging reading experience. The Mine: A Dramatic Poem To Which Are Added Two Historic Odes is a notable work of literature from the late 18th century, and it continues to be studied and appreciated by scholars and readers today.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.