“Ye who made war that your ships Should lay to at the beck of no nation, Make war now on Murder, that slips The leash of her hounds of damnation; Ye who remembered the Alamo, Remember the Maine!”
Book:Along the Trail
Quote by Richard Hovey
Work
Along the Trail
A captivating exploration of nature and the human spirit as individuals traverse a rugged trail. more
Author
Richard Hovey
Richard Hovey was an American poet born on May 4, 1864, and died on February 24, 1900. Known for his lyrical poetry and themes of nature, Hovey's work is characterized by its fresh and natural style, which has won the admiration of readers. more
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