The Wreck of the Hesperus
Henry Wadsworth Longfellow
Publisher: Good Press
Summary
"The Wreck of the Hesperus" by Henry Wadsworth Longfellow is a tragic narrative poem that tells the story of a shipwreck and the prideful skipper who brings his daughter aboard a ship on an ill-fated voyage. This poem portrays the dangers of ignoring wise advice and the consequences of one's actions.