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Margaret Maxwell Inglis

 
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Synopsis

Miscellaneous Collection Of Poems: Chiefly Scriptural Pieces by Margaret Maxwell Inglis is a nineteenth-century anthology of devotional and moral verse inspired by Christian scripture and biblical narratives. This volume features both long poems and shorter pieces that explore themes of life, death, immortality, bereavement, and religious consolation. It also reflects on historical figures and events, including Mary, Queen of Scotland, and Princess Charlotte. The collection includes dedications and occasional pieces dedicated to public figures, showcasing a variety of religious motifs such as the ministry of angels, the Resurrection, and Sabbath observances. Through elegies, moral reflections, and acrostics, the work is presented with a Romantic evangelical perspective, delving into themes of faith, charity, abolition, and missionary work. A prefatory note highlights that the material is inspired by real-life experiences and includes a brief memoir of the author. This edition features publication details from Edinburgh.

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