The Grey Brethren, and Other Fragments in Prose and Verse by Michael Fairless

"The Grey Brethren, and Other Fragments in Prose and Verse" by Michael Fairless is a collection of prose and poetry written in the early 20th century. This book exemplifies Fairless's unique narrative style and reflects themes of spirituality, nature, and human experience. It intertwines fairy tales, contemplative essays, and festive poems, aiming to illustrate the beauty and wisdom found in the simplicity of life. The collection begins with the titular story "The Grey Brethren," which explores the tender recollections of childhood encapsulated in the life of Quakers. In the subsequent pieces, Fairless moves seamlessly between fairy tales, such as "The Dreadful Griffin" and "The Story of the Tinkle-Tinkle," each containing moral lessons and enchanting elements designed for children. The work includes observations on the seasons, like the spirited arrival of spring, while delving into profound notions of existence and the soul's journey. Through his gentle prose and lyrical verse, the author invites readers into a world where simplicity dances with complexity, urging them to appreciate the interconnectedness of all life and its inherent mysteries. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

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Author Fairless, Michael, 1869-1901
Title The Grey Brethren, and Other Fragments in Prose and Verse
Credits Transcribed from the 1911 Duckworth and Co. edition by David Price
Reading Level Reading ease score: 71.3 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
Language English
LoC Class PR: Language and Literatures: English literature
Subject Poetry
Subject Short stories
Category Text
eBook-No. 835
Release Date
Last Update Aug 4, 2019
Copyright Public domain in the USA.
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