George Herbert: 100 Poems

George Herbert (1593–1633) is widely regarded as the greatest devotional poet in the English language. This selection of one hundred lyric poems presents his best verse in a clear and elegant format, with each poem using the authoritative text from the Cambridge edition. Well-loved lyric verses include "Love Bade Me Welcome" and "Sweet Day." A preface by Helen Wilcox celebrates the key features of Herbert's poetry for a new generation of readers.

\n Format: Paperback / softback
\n Length: 183 pages
\n Publication date: 08 April 2021
\n Publisher: Cambridge University Press
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George Herbert ({PHONE}) is widely celebrated as the preeminent devotional poet in the English language. His profound impact is evident in the enduring acclaim and widespread popularity of his verse. This captivating collection comprises one hundred lyric poems meticulously curated to offer readers an immersive experience of Herbert's finest and most revered works. Each poem is presented in its original spelling, utilizing the authoritative text from the esteemed Cambridge edition of Herbert's poems. The arrangement ensures a clear and elegant presentation, allowing readers to relish the beauty, spirituality, accessibility, and humanity that permeate his best verse. Among the cherished lyric verses included in this selection are "Love bade me welcome," which urges all corners of the world to join in harmonious song, "I struck the board and cried, 'No more,'" expressing a profound sense of surrender, and "Sweet day, so cool, so calm, so bright," a serene and idyllic portrayal of nature's splendor. To further enhance the reader's appreciation of Herbert's poetry, a preface by Helen Wilcox, the editor of the Cambridge edition, provides insights into the key characteristics that make his work resonate with a new generation of enthusiasts.

\n Weight: 218g\n
Dimension: 126 x 204 x 14 (mm)\n
ISBN-13: 9781009011891\n \n