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IT has been the endeavor in the following pages to pre sent the beautiful career of holy Mr. Herbert, with a simplicity of style and fulness Of detail which should in some degree meet the requirements both of youthful and mature readers.
The Life by Izaak Walton has furnished our chief authority. We have frequently quoted the words of this admirable writer, not only as better than any which we could ourselves Offer, but from a desire to introduce a class of readers - many Of Whom, it is reasonable to sup pose, will, in the following pages, make their first acquaintance with Old English literature - to one of the purest and most delightful authors of our language.
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Paperback. Zustand: New. Print on Demand. This book is a biography of George Herbert, a 17th-century priest and poet. Herbert was a member of a wealthy and influential family, and initially pursued a career at court. However, after the deaths of several patrons, he decided to enter the ministry. The author examines Herbert's life and works, and explores the themes of faith, vocation, and the relationship between the individual and the divine. The book also discusses the social and religious context of Herbert's time, and his influence on English literature and thought. Ultimately, this book offers a compelling portrait of a complex and fascinating figure, and provides valuable insights into the religious and cultural landscape of 17th-century England. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. Bestandsnummer des Verkäufers 9781331650683_0
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