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Write a summary of the poem “Breathes there the man”.
Write a summary of the poem “Breathes there the man”.
In this beautiful poem, “Breathes there the man” (1805), Sir Walter Scott (1771-1832) talks about the deep love one must have for their own country. He writes about the feelings of a person who loves their land and how such a person should be honored and respected.
The poem begins by asking if there is anyone who doesn’t love their own country. Scott says that such a person has a “dead soul.” He believes that someone who never feels proud of their homeland is missing something very important. No matter how rich or powerful they are, such a person will never be truly great.
In the second part, Scott talks about his deep love for Scotland. He calls it “Caledonia,” and describes it as wild and beautiful. He loves the mountains, rivers, and woods. Even in times of hardship, he still feels connected to his homeland. To him, Scotland is the place that gives him comfort, even when everything else is lost.
Finally, Scott says that even if he dies in the future, he wants to be in Scotland. He would rather rest by the rivers and hills of his homeland than anywhere else. His love for Scotland is so strong that it will stay with him forever, even after death.
Through this poem, Sir Walter Scott reminds us of the powerful bond we share with our home, and how important it is to always remember and cherish it.