The Character Of Holland by Andrew Marvell — Sad Poetry Lines
Holland, that scarce deserves the name of Land, As but th'Off-scouring of the Brittish Sand; And so much Earth as was contributed By English Pilots when they heav'd the Lead; Or what by th' Oceans slow alluvion fell, Of shipwrackt Cockle and the Muscle-shell; This indigested vomit of the Sea Fell to the Dutch by just Propriety. Glad then, as Miners that have found the Oar, They with mad labour fish'd the Land to Shoar; And div'd as desperately for each piece Of Earth, as if't had been of Ambergreece;
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"Holland, that scarce deserves the name of Land,..."
"The Character Of Holland" by Andrew Marvell is a sad and love and deep and nature and inspirational and spiritual english poem consisting of 151 lines. This English poem by Andrew Marvell demonstrates the timeless power of verse to capture complex human emotions. Beginning with "Holland, that scarce deserves the name of Land, As but th'Off-scouring of the Brittish Sand;...", this piece explores themes of sad and love and deep and nature and inspirational and spiritual through vivid imagery and emotional resonance. The work invites contemplation on the deeper currents of life, love, and the human condition. Andrew Marvell's celebrated body of poetry continues to inspire readers across generations and cultures, and this particular work stands as a powerful example of their artistic vision.