This author delves into societal issues and human psychology. His writing is known for its depth and insight. Although his career path took various directions, his literary passion remained constant. His works compel readers to contemplate the complexities of the world.
A biography of the two-time Prime Minister of the United Kingdom, Benjamin Disraeli. This book examines his political career as well as his personal life, including his Jewish heritage and conversion to Anglicanism. Meynell weaves together a comprehensive narrative of Disraeli's life that will appeal to both scholars and general readers alike.
An insightful look into the life and times of Cardinal Newman and the people he interacted with, including John Henry Newman, Hurrell Froude, and John Keble. Meynell provides historical context and personal anecdotes to bring these figures to life.
This volume collects the major works of Francis Thompson, an important English poet of the late 19th and early 20th centuries. The book includes such well-known works as 'The Hound of Heaven' and 'Sister Songs', as well as lesser-known poems and prose pieces. With an introduction by the poet's close friend Wilfrid Meynell, this volume provides valuable insight into one of the most important literary figures of his time.
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The collection showcases the complete poetical works of Francis Thompson, featuring notable pieces like "Poems On Children," "Daisy," and "Love In Dian's Lap." Thompson, an English mystic and poet, faced a tumultuous life marked by homelessness and addiction before gaining recognition. His journey from medical school dropout to celebrated poet is highlighted in this edition, which includes a chapter from Benjamin Franklin Fisher's "Francis Thompson, Essays." This republished classic captures the depth and mastery of Thompson's poetry.
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