The Complete Poems of Giles Fletcher, B. D.;
- 274 pages
 - 10 hours of reading
 

![The Purple Island, Or the Isle of Man. [In Verse] to Which Is Added, Christ's Victory and Triumph, a Poem by G. Fletcher](https://rezised-images.knhbt.cz/1920x1920/0.jpg)


This epic poem, written in the 17th century by two brothers, is an allegorical exploration of the spiritual journey of the soul. The 'Isle of Man' represents the human body, while 'Christ's Victory and Triumph' represents the soul's ultimate triumph over sin and death. With its rich imagery and dense symbolism, this poem is a masterpiece of Christian literature.
This anthology features sacred poetry from the seventeenth century, including the entirety of Giles Fletcher's Christ's Victory and Triumph, with additional poems by Spenser, Davies, Sandys, and others. Accompanied with an introductory essay and critical comments, this collection is perfect for anyone interested in the religious poetry of that era.