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Title: The Everlasting Mercy

Note: Reading ease score: 87.7 (6th grade). Easy to read.

Credits: Produced by Al Haines

Summary: "The Everlasting Mercy" by John Masefield is a narrative poem written in the early 20th century. The poem follows the tumultuous life of Saul Kane, exploring themes of sin, redemption, and the struggles of the human spirit. Masefield’s work is noted for its vivid, colloquial language and deep emotional resonance, reflecting the complexities of rural life and personal transformation. In the poem, Saul Kane's life takes a sharp turn as he grapples with the consequences of his actions—drunkenness, violence, and moral decay. As he reflects on his past, Kane experiences a profound inner conflict and ultimately encounters a moment of enlightenment that prompts a spiritual awakening. Through vivid descriptions of nature and the people around him, Masefield captures the essence of Kane's struggle between his baser instincts and the yearning for redemption, culminating in a transformative realization of mercy and grace. The work resonates as a poignant exploration of the potential for change within the human condition. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Creator: Masefield, John, 1878-1967

EBook No.: 41467

Published: Nov 23, 2012

Downloads: 118

Language: English

Subject: English poetry

LoCC: Language and Literatures: English literature

Category: Text

Rights: Public domain in the USA.

This edition has images.

Title: The Everlasting Mercy

Note: Reading ease score: 87.7 (6th grade). Easy to read.

Credits: Produced by Al Haines

Summary: "The Everlasting Mercy" by John Masefield is a narrative poem written in the early 20th century. The poem follows the tumultuous life of Saul Kane, exploring themes of sin, redemption, and the struggles of the human spirit. Masefield’s work is noted for its vivid, colloquial language and deep emotional resonance, reflecting the complexities of rural life and personal transformation. In the poem, Saul Kane's life takes a sharp turn as he grapples with the consequences of his actions—drunkenness, violence, and moral decay. As he reflects on his past, Kane experiences a profound inner conflict and ultimately encounters a moment of enlightenment that prompts a spiritual awakening. Through vivid descriptions of nature and the people around him, Masefield captures the essence of Kane's struggle between his baser instincts and the yearning for redemption, culminating in a transformative realization of mercy and grace. The work resonates as a poignant exploration of the potential for change within the human condition. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Creator: Masefield, John, 1878-1967

EBook No.: 41467

Published: Nov 23, 2012

Downloads: 118

Language: English

Subject: English poetry

LoCC: Language and Literatures: English literature

Category: Text

Rights: Public domain in the USA.