Awd Isaac, The Steeple Chase, and Other Poems by John Castillo
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| Author | Castillo, John, 1792-1845 |
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| Title |
Awd Isaac, The Steeple Chase, and Other Poems With a glossary of the Yorkshire Dialect |
| Note | Reading ease score: 81.1 (6th grade). Easy to read. |
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| Summary | "Awd Isaac, The Steeple Chase, and Other Poems" by John Castillo is a collection of poems written in the early 19th century. The poems reflect various themes, including faith, moral lessons, and social commentary, often using the Yorkshire dialect to resonate with the local populace. The central voice of the narrative, Awd Isaac, serves as a representative character who shares his life experiences and spiritual journeys through the verses. The opening of the collection introduces readers to Awd Isaac, who reflects on his life as he encounters an elderly man during an evening walk home from work. Their conversation unfolds with themes of aging, loss, and the importance of faith, illustrating Awd Isaac's past trials, including the loss of loved ones and struggles with despair. The dialogue reveals his transformation through faith, showcasing the powerful impact of divine grace and the importance of community support in overcoming life's adversities. As he recounts terrifying experiences and the solace he finds in God, Awd Isaac becomes a voice of wisdom, sharing valuable lessons steeped in the Christian faith. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PR: Language and Literatures: English literature |
| Subject | English poetry |
| Subject | English language -- Dialects -- England -- Yorkshire |
| Subject | English poetry -- England -- Yorkshire |
| Subject | Yorkshire (England) -- Poetry |
| Subject | English language -- Dialects |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 35287 |
| Release Date | Feb 14, 2011 |
| Most Recently Updated | Jan 7, 2021 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 76 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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