Excerpt from The Dream of Gerontius: Introduction
So when Mr. Ward, alluding to the poem, tells us that Newman set down in dramatic form the vision of a Christian's death on which his imagination had been dwelling, it is natural to conclude that that Christian's death had been his own.
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Excerpt from The Dream of Gerontius: Introduction
So when Mr. Ward, alluding to the poem, tells us that Newman set down in dramatic form the vision of a Christian's death on which his imagination had been dwelling, it is natural to conclude that that Christian's death had been his own.
About the Publisher
Forgotten Books publishes hundreds of thousands of rare and classic books. Find more at www.forgottenbooks.com
This book is a reproduction of an important historical work. Forgotten Books uses state-of-the-art technology to digitally reconstruct the work, preserving the original format whilst repairing imperfections present in the aged copy. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in our edition. We do, however, repair the vast majority of imperfections successfully; any imperfections that remain are intentionally left to preserve the state of such historical works.
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Paperback. Zustand: New. Print on Demand. This book offers a captivating and comprehensive exploration of John Henry Cardinal Newman's seminal poem, 'The Dream of Gerontius'. Authored by an esteemed scholar of the Victorian era, it presents an insightful analysis of the poem's genesis, its complex literary structure, and the profound spiritual reflections it contains. The author meticulously examines the evolution of the poem from its inception as a vivid dream to its publication and enduring impact on religious literature and music. With an erudite yet accessible style, the book explores the broader historical and theological contexts that shaped Newman's writing, shedding light on the poem's enduring relevance to the human experience of death and the afterlife. This detailed study unveils the rich tapestry of ideas embedded within 'The Dream of Gerontius', inviting readers to delve deeply into its spiritual, philosophical, and poetic dimensions. Through an examination of the poem's language, imagery, and symbolism, the book provides fresh perspectives on Newman's unique contribution to Victorian literature and its continuing influence on contemporary religious thought. 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 9781334502712_0
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