Thomas Traherne And The Spiritual Poets Of The Seventeenth Century

""Thomas Traherne and the Spiritual Poets of the Seventeenth Century"" is a literary analysis and critical study of the works of Thomas Traherne, a 17th century English poet and theologian, and other spiritual poets of the same era. Written by Rufus M. Jones, the book delves into Traherne's unique poetic style and explores the themes of his poetry, which include the nature of God, the beauty of the natural world, and the relationship between the divine and human experience. The book also examines the broader context of Traherne's work, situating him within the larger tradition of English religious poetry of the 17th century. Through close readings of Traherne's poems and the works of other spiritual poets of the era, Jones provides a nuanced and insightful analysis of the spiritual and philosophical themes that were central to the poetry of this period. Overall, ""Thomas Traherne and the Spiritual Poets of the Seventeenth Century"" is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of English poetry, religious literature, and the intersection of spirituality and art.THIS 22 PAGE ARTICLE WAS EXTRACTED FROM THE BOOK: Spiritual Reformers in the 16th and 17th Centuries, by Rufus M. Jones. To purchase the entire book, please order ISBN 0766101908.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.