JOURNAL ARTICLE

The Relationship of Belshazzar and Nebuchadnezzar in Pulter's 'Vain Herostratus'.

  • Published In: Notes & Queries, 2024, v. 71, n. 4. P. 424 1 of 3

  • Database: Academic Search Ultimate 2 of 3

  • Authored By: Harrison, Matthew 3 of 3

Abstract

Hester Pulter's poem "Vain Herostratus" delves into the political landscape of her time through allusions to figures like Belshazzar and Nebuchadnezzar. The poem raises questions about the fate of rulers who profane sacred spaces, drawing from biblical accounts of Nebuchadnezzar and Belshazzar. Pulter's work reflects a complex historical tangle surrounding the Babylonian exile and the succession of kings, with modern editions correcting her genealogical inaccuracies. Pulter's engagement with these narratives, alongside other contemporary writers like Anne Bradstreet, highlights the transformative nature of their interpretations and the rich historical, political, and prophetic insights they sought to explore. [Extracted from the article]

Additional Information

  • Source:Notes & Queries. 2024/12, Vol. 71, Issue 4, p424
  • Document Type:Article
  • Subject Area:Literature and Writing
  • Publication Date:2024
  • ISSN:0029-3970
  • DOI:10.1093/notesj/gjae111
  • Accession Number:182437342
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