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Illustration, A Song of the English, Campfire
Illustration to A Song of the English, a patriotic set of poems by Rudyard Kipling (first published in the English Illustrated Magazine). Follow after -- follow after -- for the harvest is sown: By the bones about the wayside ye shall come to your own! Depicting two men by a campfire with a ghostly army passing by. One man watches the apparition, the other one is either asleep or dead. Date: first published 1893
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A Song of the English - Campfire
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is an evocative and haunting illustration by an unknown artist, published first in the English Illustrated Magazine in 1893, accompanying Rudyard Kipling's patriotic poem of the same name. The image depicts two men sitting by a campfire on a desolate heath, engulfed in the smoky haze of the fire. One man, with a thoughtful expression, gazes intently into the distance, his eyes fixed on a ghostly army of soldiers passing by. The other man, either asleep or dead, lies slumped next to him, oblivious to the spectral procession. This illustration is a visual representation of Kipling's poem, which encourages the English to remember their history and the sacrifices made by their forefathers. The lines "Follow after, follow after, for the harvest is sown / By the bones about the wayside ye shall come to your own!" emphasize the idea that the English people are connected to their past and that their identity is rooted in the traditions and values of their ancestors. The image is a poignant reminder of the Fin de Siècle and early Edwardian era, a time of great change and upheaval in British history. The ghostly army passing by could represent the spirits of soldiers from past wars or the specter of the future, as the world was on the brink of the First World War. The illustration's haunting and evocative imagery continues to resonate with audiences today, making it a timeless piece of English literature and art. This illustration is a powerful visual complement to Kipling's poem, capturing the essence of the text and adding depth and complexity to the narrative. The use of smoke, fire, and the ghostly apparition creates a sense of mystery and intrigue, drawing the viewer in and inviting them to explore the deeper meaning of the poem. Overall, "A Song of the English: Campfire" is a beautiful and thought-provoking work of art that continues to captivate and inspire audiences over a century after its first publication.
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