Dreams and Images: An Anthology of Catholic Poets (Classic Reprint)

Description: This anthology gathers a diverse array of English-language poems penned by Catholic writers from the mid-nineteenth century onward. Beyond devotional verses, the collection encompasses themes of love, war, and the human experience, reflecting the pervasive influence of faith on a Catholic's worldview. The author delves into the historical context of the Catholic literary revival during the nineteenth century, tracing its origins and highlighting the contributions of prominent figures such as Coventry Patmore and Francis Thompson. This resurgence aimed to restore the splendor of art and literature reminiscent of the pre-Reformation era, with faith serving as a wellspring of inspiration. Exploring profound themes of love, loss, faith, and redemption, the poems offer reflections on the beauty of the divine and the complexities of human existence. The anthology not only showcases the artistic expression of Catholic poets but also delves into the depths of their spiritual journeys. In essence, this book serves as a testament to the enduring power of faith and its ability to illuminate the human experience through the lens of poetic imagery and profound contemplation. Forgotten Books publishes hundreds of thousands of rare and classic books.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. This text has been digitally restored from a historical edition. Some aesthetic errors may persist, however it has been deemed that any such will not detract from the work's significant historical value. The digital edition of all books may be viewed on our website before purchase.

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