The Wild Knight and other Poems: E. C. B
The Wild Knight and Other Poems is a collection of poems by G.K. Chesterton that was published in 1900. The title poem, "The Wild Knight," tells the story of a knight who goes on a quest to find the Holy Grail. Along the way, he encounters various challenges and obstacles, but ultimately succeeds in his mission. Other poems in the collection include "The Donkey," "The Rolling English Road," and "The Flying Stars." The book is considered one of Chesterton's most important works and has been praised for its imaginative language and vivid imagery.
By G.K. Chesterton · First published 1900 · Genre: Poetry, Philosophical, Religious · 168 words
First lines
Before the grass grew over me, I knew one good man through and through, And knew a soul and body joined Are stronger than the heavens are blue.
A wisdom worthy of thy joy, O great heart, read I as I ran; Now, though men smite me on the face, I cannot curse the face of man.
I loved the man I saw yestreen Hanged with his babe's blood on his palms. I loved the man I saw to-day Who knocked not when he came with alms.
Hush! -- for thy sake I even faced The knowledge that is worse than hell; And loved the man I saw but now Hanging head downwards in the well.
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- Work type: Poem
- Author: G.K. Chesterton
- Date: 1900 CE
- Language: English
- Genres: Poetry, Philosophical, Religious, Romantic, Mystical
- Length: 168 words
- Structure: 1 section, 4 paragraphs
- Reading fit: Very Easy (5th Grade or below)
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- Poetry — The work is a collection of poems, characterized by its use of verse, rhythm, and meter.
- Philosophical — The themes explore deep philosophical questions about human nature, morality, and existence.
- Religious — The text contains religious and spiritual undertones, reflecting on the nature of the soul and divine wisdom.
- Romantic — The work exhibits elements of Romanticism, such as the emphasis on emotion and individualism.
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poetry · literature · romanticism · fantasy · adventure · knighthood · chivalry · imagination · nature · mythology · heroism · medieval