The Message of Song (Classic Reprint)

William Grey Maxwell

ISBN 10: 1334695555 / ISBN 13: 9781334695551

Published by Forgotten Books, 2018

About this Item

Print on Demand. This book delves into the profound relationship between religion, art, and poetry, tracing their interwoven origins in the human psyche. The author posits that religion, often confined by creeds, can find true expression in the limitless realm of poetry, where aspirations soar, and the divine is experienced through the beauty of language and nature. The book explores the historical evolution of pantheism, the belief in a supreme power working through all things, and its manifestation in artistic and poetic traditions. It examines the writings of renowned poets, such as Longfellow, Tennyson, and Shakespeare, to illustrate how their works capture the essence of the divine through vivid imagery and profound insights. Beyond its historical context, the book delves into the transformative power of poetry. It argues that poetry transcends mere entertainment; it has the capacity to awaken the soul, inspire creativity, and connect individuals with their innermost selves and the universe. By exploring the spiritual dimensions of art and literature, this book invites readers to reflect on the enduring human quest for meaning, beauty, and connection. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book.

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: The Message of Song (Classic Reprint)
• Publisher: Forgotten Books
• Publication Date: 2018
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 1334695555
• ISBN 13: 9781334695551
• Binding: Paperback
• Condition: New
• Book Type: print-on-demand item
• Seller catalogs:
  • Sonnets

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Synopsis

Excerpt from The Message of Song

The discoveries in physical and mental laws may aid in securing the higher purposes of life, but in this way only are they of spiritual use. To fail of the ulterior aim, the dominion of Soul, is after all but a groping in the darkness. Alliance with the primal Spirit is the only true method of high warfare through all the universe, for then the inner forces become available and aid in the supreme design; peace of spirit, a revelling in the Beautiful, an exist ence which any God would surely deem worthy.

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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.