Usher's Charge

Usher's Charge is a poem by Sir William Schwenck Gilbert, published in 1890 as part of his collection 'Songs of a Savoyard.' Gilbert, renowned for his collaboration with composer Sir Arthur Sullivan on the Savoy operas, presents this work as a lyrical piece reimagined from his earlier operatic lyrics. The poem showcases Gilbert's wit and poetic style, contributing to his legacy in English literature and musical theatre.