Dies Quote by Robert Stephen Hawker
“And have they fixed the where, and when? And shall Trelawny die? Here's thirty thousand Cornish men Will know the reason why!”
About This Quote
Source Poem: "Trelawny", 1820
The poet questions whether the cause (the where) has been resolved and whether Trelawny will die, implying that many Cornish men will understand the reason.
In simple terms: Uncertainty about resolution and Trelawny’s fate, with a promise of revelation to the masses.
Seek clarity on unresolved issues.
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When to use this quote
- community activism
- historical research
- education initiatives
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- What does the “where” refer to?
- How might the Cornish men’s understanding change outcomes?
The poem may romanticize conflict without addressing underlying causes.