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Title:
Poésies religieuses
Préface de J. K. Huÿsmans
Note: Reading ease score: 73.4 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
Credits:
Produced by Laurent Vogel (from images generously made
available by The Internet Archive/Canadian Libraries)
Summary: "Poésies religieuses" by Paul Verlaine is a collection of religious poetry written in the late 19th century. This work compiles verses that evoke deep emotional and spiritual themes, reflecting Verlaine's struggles and his Catholic faith, alongside elements of mysticism and personal contemplation. The verses showcase a blend of beauty and introspection, emphasizing a journey of soul-searching and repentance. The opening of the collection presents a preface by J.-K. Huysmans, who aims to clarify Verlaine's position within the realm of Catholic poets, arguing against the misconceptions surrounding his character and works. He explains that the poems are largely drawn from Verlaine's previous collections and emphasize themes of humility, contrition, and devotion. Additionally, Huysmans highlights Verlaine's unique style which oscillates between musicality and poignant reflections on life's tribulations. Through these reflections, Verlaine draws upon both his personal experiences and the broader Christian doctrine, setting a contemplative tone for the rest of the collection. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Author: Verlaine, Paul, 1844-1896
Author of introduction, etc.: Huysmans, J.-K. (Joris-Karl), 1848-1907
EBook No.: 61039
Published: Dec 28, 2019
Downloads: 89
Language: French
Subject: French poetry -- 19th century
Subject: Religious poetry, French
LoCC: Language and Literatures: Romance literatures: French, Italian, Spanish, Portuguese
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.
This edition has images.
Title:
Poésies religieuses
Préface de J. K. Huÿsmans
Note: Reading ease score: 73.4 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
Credits:
Produced by Laurent Vogel (from images generously made
available by The Internet Archive/Canadian Libraries)
Summary: "Poésies religieuses" by Paul Verlaine is a collection of religious poetry written in the late 19th century. This work compiles verses that evoke deep emotional and spiritual themes, reflecting Verlaine's struggles and his Catholic faith, alongside elements of mysticism and personal contemplation. The verses showcase a blend of beauty and introspection, emphasizing a journey of soul-searching and repentance. The opening of the collection presents a preface by J.-K. Huysmans, who aims to clarify Verlaine's position within the realm of Catholic poets, arguing against the misconceptions surrounding his character and works. He explains that the poems are largely drawn from Verlaine's previous collections and emphasize themes of humility, contrition, and devotion. Additionally, Huysmans highlights Verlaine's unique style which oscillates between musicality and poignant reflections on life's tribulations. Through these reflections, Verlaine draws upon both his personal experiences and the broader Christian doctrine, setting a contemplative tone for the rest of the collection. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Author: Verlaine, Paul, 1844-1896
Author of introduction, etc.: Huysmans, J.-K. (Joris-Karl), 1848-1907
EBook No.: 61039
Published: Dec 28, 2019
Downloads: 89
Language: French
Subject: French poetry -- 19th century
Subject: Religious poetry, French
LoCC: Language and Literatures: Romance literatures: French, Italian, Spanish, Portuguese
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.