Poems Sacred And Secular: Written Chiefly At Sea (1873)

by John Dunmore Lang

Book Overview

Poems Sacred And Secular: Written Chiefly At Sea (1873) is a collection of poetry by John Dunmore Lang, an Australian Presbyterian minister, politician, and writer. The poems in this book were written during Lang's travels at sea, and they cover a range of topics, from religious themes to descriptions of life on board a ship. The collection is divided into two sections, with the first section focusing on sacred poetry and the second section featuring secular poetry. Lang's writing is characterized by a formal style and a strong sense of moral conviction. The poems in this collection offer a glimpse into the mind of a 19th-century writer and provide insight into the religious and cultural values of the time. Overall, Poems Sacred And Secular: Written Chiefly At Sea is a fascinating historical document that will appeal to readers interested in poetry, religion, and maritime history.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and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.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1166977579
• ISBN13: 9781166977573
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 234 Pages
• Weight: 0.70 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.5" x 6.0" x 9.0"