... they were produced only for the personal purposes and not for the sake of public. Generally, these were written for a specific person. The most prominent writer in this regard is Anne Bradstreet. She wrote epitaphs for her father and mother, which showed her love and affection for her parents. These epitaphs also served the purpose of presenting the models of male ... truth a shield, to right a wall,/ To sectaries a whip and maul,/ A magazine of history,/ A prizer of good company,/ " Similarly, the poem "To my Dear and Loving Husband" by Anne Bradstreet was also a personal piece of work...

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• Grade Level: High School