To Clasp Thy Hand in Mine

Send us Fan MailThis episode is about the tragic relationship between Fitz-Greene Halleck and Joseph Rodman Drake (two of America's greatest 19th century poets. )  The first American novel to deal with same sex attraction (Joseph and His Friend) is largely based on their love for each other.00:00 Introduction02:30 Fitz-Greene Halleck early life  04:39 Discussion of Hearing Loss 07:55 Fitz-Greene goes to New York11:52 Joseph Rodman Drake (and names)13:22 Sir Francis Drake story19:33 Halleck and Drake’s Relationship28:47 Monuments erected to Halleck30:23 Entrance of the ghost of Mr. Poe32:41 Sources33:26 Future EpisodesLearn about Halleck’s early life in a small townLearn about his membership in the Ugly ClubListen to George’s childhood story about “Sir Francis” and marriage equalityLearn where “to clasp thy hand in mine” comes fromLearn about the love between Greene and Joseph DrakeLearn about the statue of Halleck in Central ParkSupport the showThank you for experiencing Celebrate Creativity.