The Poems of Phineas Fletcher, for the First Time Collected and Edited: With Memoir, Essay, and Notes: v. 2
- 348 pages
- 13 hours of reading
Phineas Fletcher Books
The Purple Island, a Poem, With the Critical Remarks of H. Headley and a Biogr. Sketch by W. Jaques
- 210 pages
- 8 hours of reading
Published in 1633, The Purple Island is a fascinating and unusual work of poetry. Written by Phineas Fletcher, it tells the story of the human body using the metaphor of an island, with various organs and faculties represented by different locations and buildings. This edition includes critical remarks by H Headley and a biographical sketch by W Jaques.
The Poems of Phineas Fletcher: For the First Time Collected and Edited: With Memoir, Essay, and Notes
- 436 pages
- 16 hours of reading
Venus & Anchises (Brittain's Ida) and Other Poems
- 194 pages
- 7 hours of reading
The Purple Island, a Poem
- 210 pages
- 8 hours of reading
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.