“At the piping of all hands,When the judgment-signal's spread-When the islands and the landsAnd the seas give up their dead,And the South and North shall come;When the sinner is dismayed,And the just man is afraid,Then Heaven be thy aid,Poor Tom.”
Quote by John Gardiner Calkins Brainard
Work
The Poems of John G.C. Brainard: A New and Authentic Collection, with an Original Memoir of His Life
The Poems of John G.C. Brainard compiles a variety of works from the poet, offering readers a comprehensive view of his literary output. The book includes an original biography that provides insight into Brainard's life and influences. more
Author
John Gardiner Calkins Brainard
John Gardiner Calkins Brainard was an American poet, born on October 21, 1796, and died in 1828. Known for his concise and profound expression of emotion, his poetry had a significant impact on American literature despite his short life. more
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