Author Description

"The Columbiad" by Joel Barlow is an epic poem that celebrates the burgeoning spirit of early America and the ideals of the American Revolution. A sweeping historical panorama, the poem explores the nation's struggle for independence and the subsequent endeavor of nation building. Barlow's work delves into themes of patriotism and national identity, offering a poetic vision of the United States in its formative years. This carefully prepared print edition presents a significant work of American literature, providing insight into the historical and cultural context of the revolutionary period. A vital resource for understanding the aspirations and challenges of early America, "The Columbiad" remains a testament to the enduring power of poetry in shaping our understanding of history. It is an important contribution to the historical record of the United States and the revolutionary period. This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.