Thornton Abbey, In The Reign Of Richard II

A Poem (1838)

von James Giffard

184 Seiten, Taschenbuch

Kurzbeschreibung des Verlags

Thornton Abbey, In The Reign Of Richard II: A Poem is a literary work written by James Giffard in 1838. It is a narrative poem that tells the story of a group of monks who lived in the titular abbey during the reign of King Richard II. The poem is set against the backdrop of the political and social upheaval of the time, with tensions between the ruling classes and the common people simmering beneath the surface. The story follows the lives of the monks as they navigate these turbulent times, facing challenges both external and internal. The central figure of the poem is Brother Anselm, a wise and compassionate monk who serves as a mentor to the other characters. Through his guidance, the monks learn to navigate the challenges of their time with grace and dignity.The poem is notable for its vivid descriptions of life in a medieval abbey, as well as its exploration of themes such as faith, duty, and love. Giffard's use of language is highly evocative, and he paints a rich and detailed picture of the world he is describing. Overall, Thornton Abbey, In The Reign Of Richard II: A Poem is a compelling work of historical fiction that offers a glimpse into the world of medieval England. It is a must-read for anyone interested in the history and literature of this period.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Themen: Biographie, Literatur und Literaturwissenschaft Lyrik, Poesie
• ISBN: 9781104413637
• Sprache: Englisch
• Erscheinungsdatum: 27.04.2009
• Größe: 229 x 152 mm
• Verlag: Kessinger Publishing, LLC