In an Illuminated Missal by Charles Kingsley
The Illuminated Missal by Charles Kingsley is a collection of religious texts that were illuminated with beautiful illustrations and calligraphy. It was published in 1863 and has since become a classic work of literature.
By Charles Kingsley · First published 1870 · Genre: Historical Fiction, Christian Literature, Romance · 171 words
First lines
I would have loved: there are no mates in heaven; / I would be great: there is no pride in heaven; / I would have sung, as doth the nightingale / The summer's night beneath the moone pale, / But Saintes hymnes alone in heaven prevail.
My love, my song, my skill, my high intent, / Have I within this seely book y-pent: / And all that beauty which from every part / I treasured still alway within mine heart, / Whether of form or face angelical, / Or herb or flower, or lofty cathedral, / Upon these sheets below doth lie y-spred, / In quaint devices deftly blazoned.
Lord, in this tome to thee I sanctify / The sinful fruits of worldly fantasy.
1839.
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Genres
- Historical Fiction — Charles Kingsley's works are largely categorized under historical fiction, where 'In an Illuminated Missal {216}' is assumed to follow in the same vein
- Christian Literature — Kingsley's works often have a strong Christian theme and 'In an Illuminated Missal {216}' implied by its title, is expected to incorporate similar Christian themes
- Romance — In line with Kingsley's notable works, this title could potentially include elements of romance
- Adventure — Considering Charles Kingsley's writing style and his predilection for including adventure in his works, this title might also fall under this genre
Tags
religion · Christianity · spirituality · literature · poetry · medieval · art · illumination · faith · devotion · sacred texts · worship
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- Work type: Poem
- Author: Charles Kingsley
- Date: 1870 CE
- Language: English
- Genres: Historical Fiction, Christian Literature, Romance, Adventure
- Length: 171 words
- Structure: 1 section, 4 paragraphs
- Reading fit: Fairly Difficult (10th-12th Grade)
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