A book of Christmas verse by H. C. Beeching
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"A Book of Christmas Verse" by H. C. Beeching is a collection of Christmas-themed poetry written in the late 19th century. This anthology presents a rich selection of carols and poems that celebrate the spirit of Christmas, focusing on themes such as joy, hope, and the nativity story. The collection features works from various poets, both traditional and contemporary, making it a delightful read for those interested in the literary and cultural
expressions of Christmas. The opening of this collection sets a tone of warmth and festivity, introducing readers to the first few carols which evoke a sense of joy and celebration surrounding the Christmas season. It begins with "Welcome Yule," a festive welcoming of the festive time, and continues with reflections on the Virgin Mary and the nativity narrative, drawing from both traditional and medieval themes. Poets express their reverence for the birth of Christ, intertwining religious sentiments with pastoral scenes, creating a rich tapestry of celebration that invites readers to engage with the musical and spiritual nuances of the holiday. Overall, the beginning establishes a festive mood, blending lyrical beauty with the timeless joy of Christmas. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Compiler | Beeching, H. C. (Henry Charles), 1859-1919 |
|---|---|
| Title | A book of Christmas verse |
| Edition | 2nd edition, revised. |
| Original Publication | United Kingdom: Oxford University Press, 1926. |
| Credits | Tim Lindell and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive) |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 86.0 (6th grade). Easy to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PN: Language and Literatures: Literature: General, Criticism, Collections |
| Subject | Christmas -- Poetry |
| Subject | Carols |
| Subject | Christmas poetry |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 70928 |
| ISBN (HTML) | 979-8-238-70928-4 |
| Release Date | Jun 6, 2023 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 573 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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