E - Content on Appreciation of the poem "Sunrise On The Hills" by H. W. Longfellow
Sunrise on the Hills' is a beautifully expressive poem written by the well-known American poet, translator and professor at Harvard University. The poem extols the splendors of a sunrise in the midst of hills. The poet employs a playful tone to depict the sunrise and its impact on the surrounding nature, all witnessed from a hilltop vantage point. The initial beams of sunlight gracefully penetrate the expansive sky, casting a radiant glow on the awakening woods, while gentle winds softly sway. The clouds, bathed in sunlight, gradually disperse like defeated soldiers, unveiling the towering peaks resembling thrusting lances. This reveals the splendid beauty of the valley, where dense woods conceal a meandering river, accompanied by the delightful sounds of nature harmonizing with distant village noises. The poet particularly notes the presence of birds like the bittern and wild horn, contributing to the symphony of the morning. These picturesque scenes are presented as a therapeuti...
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