Alfred Gurney

Broschiertes Buch

A Christmas Faggot

Beschreibung

Celebrate the festive season with "A Christmas Faggot," a curated collection of Christmas poetry by Alfred Gurney. This anthology captures the spirit of Christmas through verse, offering a glimpse into the traditions and sentiments of the holiday. Explore a range of poems on the subject of Christmas, reflecting both religious and secular aspects of the season. Perfect for those seeking to enrich their holiday celebrations with classic literature, this volume offers a timeless journey through the heart of Christmas. Rediscover the joy and wonder of Christmas through the power of poetry and carols. A cherished addition to any holiday collection. This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.

Autor

Alfred Gurney (fl. 19th century) was an English author and clergyman, known particularly for his work, 'A Christmas Faggot,' which he published in 1884. Although not much is widely documented about Gurney's personal life or complete literary contributions, his work on this particular publication has etched his name in the annals of English Christmas literature. 'A Christmas Faggot,' a collection of poems, carols, and musings tied to the Yuletide season, reflects Gurney's literary style characterized by a rich use of language, rhythmic cadences, and an ability to elicit the warm sentiments associated with Christmas. The book is replete with historical allusions and Christian imagery, demonstrating Gurney's background in theology and his predilection for intertwining spiritual reflection with literary craft. Though the volume may not stand among the mainstays of the English literary canon, it captures the Victorian era's spirit and Christian ethos, offering insights into the cultural practices and literary trends of the time. Gurney's work particularly appeals to those interested in the evolution of Christmas traditions in literature and remains a charming artifact of 19th-century religious and celebratory expression.

Produktdetails

• Verlag: Creative Media Partners, LLC
• Seitenzahl: 50
• Erscheinungstermin: 28. März 2025
• Englisch
• Abmessung: 234mm x 156mm x 3mm
• Gewicht: 86g
• ISBN-13: 9781023204491
• ISBN-10: 1023204495
• Artikelnr.: 74114936