The Wreck of the Hesperus

Posted by Bob August 09, 2000In reply to Meaning of Phrase posted by Diane on August 09, 2000

What does "Wreck of the hespes" mean?

"The Wreck of the Hesperus" is a poem by Henry Wadsworth Longfellow, from 1841. It is, frankly, dreadful.

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      - Come on guys...Its not that bad! Bob 08/10/00
        
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