Herbert, George

Herbert Poems

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ISBN 13:: 9781841597638
author:: Herbert, George
format:: HardBack
publisher:: Everyman
language:: English
Publication Year:: 2004
Pages:: 256
Dimensions:: 16.5 x 11 x 2 centimetres (0.24
Genre:: History, General, Poetry,
Condition:: New
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George Herbert's poetry is marked by technical agility and a deep reverence for his faith. His innovative use of form, from hymns to "pattern poems," reveals a poet who prioritised precision of language and genuine feeling above all else. As an Anglican priest, Herbert brought a sense of religious seriousness to his work, yet also infused it with playful wit and literary gifts of the highest order. His most beloved poems, such as "The Collar" and "Jordan," demonstrate a rare luminosity and timeless grandeur that continues to resonate today. This collection showcases Herbert's mastery of form and feeling, offering a unique glimpse into the mind of a poet who dared to be true in his expression of faith and spirituality.

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