Poems of Henry Vaughan, Silurist, Volume II by Henry Vaughan
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| Author | Vaughan, Henry, 1621-1695 |
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| Commentator | Beeching, H. C. (Henry Charles), 1859-1919 |
| Editor | Chambers, E. K. (Edmund Kerchever), 1866-1954 |
| Title | Poems of Henry Vaughan, Silurist, Volume II |
| Note | Reading ease score: 77.5 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
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| Summary | "Poems of Henry Vaughan, Silurist, Volume II" by Henry Vaughan is a collection of poetry written in the mid-17th century. As part of a larger body of work, this volume includes various poems, translations, and poetic reflections, often exploring themes of love, nature, and spirituality. The author, known for his mystical and philosophical approach, invites readers into an intimate exploration of human emotion and the natural world. At the start of this volume, Vaughan addresses readers with a letter, inviting "ingenious lovers of poesy" to engage with his work during a time he perceives as unsympathetic to the craft of poetry. He acknowledges the challenges and imperfections of the world but presents his poetry as a refuge, a "flame" of innocence meant to inspire noble thoughts. His opening poems reflect on themes of mortality, friendship, and the hope for transcendence beyond earthly experiences, setting a contemplative backdrop for the verses that follow. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PR: Language and Literatures: English literature |
| Subject | Poetry |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 28375 |
| Release Date | Mar 20, 2009 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
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