Juventus Mundi by Charles Kingsley

Name: Juventus Mundi
Author: Charles Kingsley

JUVENTUS MUNDI is a novel by Charles Kingsley that explores the themes of science, religion, and the nature of humanity. The story follows a group of characters who are on a quest to discover the secrets of the universe, and in doing so, they encounter various philosophical and scientific ideas that challenge their beliefs. Through their journey, the characters grapple with questions about the meaning of life, the role of religion in society, and the limits of human knowledge. Ultimately, the novel raises important questions about the nature of reality and our place within it.

By Charles Kingsley · First published 1849 · Genre: Mythology, Non-fiction, History · 753 words

First lines

List a tale a fairy sent us Fresh from dear Mundi Juventus.

When Love and all the world was young, And birds conversed as well as sung; And men still faced this fair creation With humour, heart, imagination.

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Juventus Mundi is listed on Textopian as a poem by Charles Kingsley, dated 1849 CE.

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Work type: Poem
Author: Charles Kingsley
Date: 1849 CE
Language: English
Genres: Mythology, Non-fiction, History, Education
Length: 753 words
Structure: 1 section, 16 paragraphs
Reading fit: Easy (6th Grade)

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Mythology — The book 'Juventus Mundi' concerns itself with Greek mythology and its stories. It is a collected presentation of Greek mythic narratives.
Non-fiction — The author categorizes myths, interprets their meanings, and explains their implications within a cultural and historical context. It is therefore also classified as non-fiction.
History — The book explains historical aspects of Greece and its ancient civilization, making it a source of historical information.
Education — This book was written with an educational purpose to inform readers about Greek mythology, at a time when there was a topical interest in ancient cultures.