The poem "Ulysses " is a dramatic monologue written in 1833 by Alfred Lord Tennyson. Alfred Tennyson was born in 1809 and is seen as one of the most prolific Victorian poets. ... Although this poem is about the Greek mythological hero Ulysses, the overall significance of the poem relates more personally to Alfred Lord Tennyson. ... After Hallam's untimely death, Tennyson would go on to name his first son Hallam Tennyson in his honor. ... This gives Alfred Lord Tennyson the room he needs to add his own artistic interpretation. ...

• Word Count: 1821
• Approx Pages: 7
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• Grade Level: High School