| Author |
Gowen, Herbert H. (Herbert Henry), 1864-1960 |
| LoC No. |
28030359
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| Title |
The little grey lamb, and other Christmas poems
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| Original Publication |
Milwaukee: Morehouse Publishing Co., 1928.
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 75.8 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
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| Credits |
Al Haines
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| Summary |
"The Little Grey Lamb, and Other Christmas Poems" by Herbert H. Gowen is a collection of Christmas-themed poetry written in the early 20th century. This book offers a spiritual and reflective exploration of Christmas stories, invoking themes of love, redemption, and divine grace. Through various poems, Gowen aims to capture the essence of the Christmas spirit and its significance to humanity. The collection includes several poems that reinterpret the Nativity story with fresh perspectives. Starting with "The Little Grey Lamb," it tells the tale of a lamb who yearns for purity and finds it through the presence of the Christ Child. Other poems, like "Jerusalem, 1917," juxtapose the themes of war with the quest for peace and divine presence. Each piece evokes emotions connected with the Christmas season, touching on topics such as hope, sacrifice, and the joy of giving. Overall, Gowen's work invites readers into a contemplative journey that emphasizes the importance of faith and charity during the Christmas period. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
English |
| LoC Class |
PS: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature
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| Subject |
Christmas poetry
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
75153 |
| Release Date |
Jan 19, 2025 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
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