Freedom To The Slave

Overview

• The document provides a description of Henry Louis Vivian Derozio's poem "The Orphan Girl."
• The story centers around a young orphan girl whose parents died, leaving her alone.

Key Themes

The Orphan Girl

• Physical Description:
  • Black hair, rosy cheeks, soft voice.
• Family Background:
  • Father died in war.
  • Mother died of grief.
• Societal Challenges:
  • No friends or family to protect her.
  • Risks scorn, abuse, and even death if she strays from virtue.

Societal Commentary

• Cruelty to the Brave:
  • The girl's father fought bravely but was rewarded with death.
  • World treats the brave cruelly.
• Plight of Women:
  • Laments the fate of women left alone.
  • Praises those who provide shelter to such women.

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