In Memoriam (1851)

In Memoriam is a long poem written by Alfred Tennyson in 1850, following the death of his close friend Arthur Henry Hallam. The poem is divided into 133 sections, each one representing a different stage of the grieving process. Tennyson reflects on his own emotions and experiences, as well as the wider themes of life, death, and faith.The poem is written in a variety of forms, including sonnets, elegies, and hymns. It is known for its musicality and use of repetition, with the refrain ""I hold it true, whate'er befall"" appearing throughout.In Memoriam is often considered a masterpiece of Victorian poetry, and has been praised for its exploration of grief and its philosophical depth. It is also notable for its influence on the development of the elegy as a poetic form.Overall, In Memoriam is a moving and profound meditation on loss, love, and the meaning of life. It remains one of Tennyson's most celebrated works and a classic of English literature.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.