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In Memoriam A.H.H.

"In Memoriam A.H.H." is a lengthy and reflective poem by Alfred, Lord Tennyson, honoring his close friend Arthur Henry Hallam, who died unexpectedly at age 22. The poem explores themes of grief, loss, faith, and the search for meaning in suffering. Tennyson uses it to process his sorrow, contemplating how loss impacts personal growth and understanding of life’s spiritual truths. Overall, it's a meditation on mourning and hope, illustrating how grief can lead to deeper insight and spiritual resilience.