The Twelve Foundations

The Twelve Foundations

Henry Cadwallader Adams

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Kessinger Publishing
Año de edición:
2010
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Poesía
ISBN:
9781120934772
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The Twelve Foundations: And Other Poems is a collection of poems written by Henry Cadwallader Adams and published in 1859. The book includes a series of twelve poems based on the biblical story of the twelve apostles, each one representing a different foundation of the Christian faith. These poems are followed by a selection of other religious and moral poems, exploring themes such as redemption, faith, and the afterlife. The language is poetic and lyrical, with a strong emphasis on religious imagery and symbolism. The book is a reflection of the religious and moral values of the Victorian era, and offers insight into the beliefs and attitudes of the time. Overall, The Twelve Foundations: And Other Poems is a thought-provoking and inspiring collection of poetry that continues to resonate with readers today.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world’s literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

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