In an Illuminated Missal
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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- 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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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
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religion · Christianity · spirituality · literature · poetry · medieval · art · illumination · faith · devotion · sacred texts · worship