The English Works Of George Herbert

The English Works Of George Herbert

George Herbert

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Nabu Press
Año de edición:
2011
Materia
Antologías (no poéticas)
ISBN:
9781175866417
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'The English Works Of George Herbert: Cambridge Poems' presents a collection of the celebrated poet George Herbert’s English verses, offering readers a window into the spiritual and intellectual landscape of 17th-century England. Herbert’s poetry, renowned for its profound religious sentiment and intricate metaphysical conceits, explores themes of faith, devotion, and the human relationship with the divine. This collection showcases Herbert’s distinctive voice and his masterful use of language to convey complex theological ideas in accessible and deeply personal ways. Readers will find familiar favorites alongside lesser-known gems, all reflecting Herbert’s enduring influence on English literature and religious thought. This edition is perfect for scholars, students, and anyone seeking solace and inspiration in the timeless beauty of Herbert’s verse.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you will see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work.This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.

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