The Poetical Works of Edwin Arnold

Enriched edition. The Light of Asia, Light of the World or The Great Consummation, The Indian Song of Songs…By Edwin Arnold
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The Poetical Works of Edwin Arnold is a collection of poems that showcases Arnold's literary talent and profound spirituality. Written in a lyrical and picturesque style, the poems transport readers to exotic locations and explore themes of love, nature, and Eastern philosophy. Arnold's works are deeply influenced by his travels to the East, particularly India and Japan, and his unique perspective shines through in his evocative and sensory-rich writing. The book is a testament to Arnold's skill as a wordsmith and his ability to capture the beauty and spirituality of the world in verse. Edwin Arnold was a British poet and journalist known for his travels and fascination with Eastern culture. His experiences in India and Japan greatly influenced his work, leading him to incorporate elements of Eastern spirituality and philosophy into his poetry. Arnold's deep connection to Eastern traditions is evident in The Poetical Works of Edwin Arnold, where readers can see his admiration for the mystical and transcendent aspects of life. I highly recommend The Poetical Works of Edwin Arnold to readers who appreciate vivid and contemplative poetry that delves into themes of spirituality and nature. Arnold's unique perspective and beautiful writing style make this collection a must-read for poetry enthusiasts and lovers of Eastern philosophy. In this enriched edition, we have carefully created added value for your reading experience: - A comprehensive Introduction outlines these selected works' unifying features, themes, or stylistic evolutions. - A Historical Context section situates the works in their broader era—social currents, cultural trends, and key events that underpin their creation. - A concise Synopsis (Selection) offers an accessible overview of the included texts, helping readers navigate plotlines and main ideas without revealing critical twists. - A unified Analysis examines recurring motifs and stylistic hallmarks across the collection, tying the stories together while spotlighting the different work's strengths. - Reflection questions inspire deeper contemplation of the author's overarching message, inviting readers to draw connections among different texts and relate them to modern contexts. - Lastly, our hand‐picked Memorable Quotes distill pivotal lines and turning points, serving as touchstones for the collection's central themes.

Audiobook details

GenrePoetry
Length18 hrs 21 mins
Narrated byListen with 1,000+ voices
FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateJul 4, 2017
LanguageEnglish

Table of contents

1The Poetical Works of Edwin Arnold
22The Song Celestial; Or, Bhagavad-Gîtâ (from the Mahâbhârata)
2Introduction
23Light of the World; or, The Great Consummation
3Historical Context
24Proeme.
4Synopsis (Selection)
25AT BETHLEHEM
5The Light of Asia
26BOOK I MARY MAGDALENE
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6Book The First
27Mary Magdalene.
7Book The Second
28BOOK II THE MAGUS
8Book The Third
29The Magus.
9Book The Fourth
30BOOK III THE ALABASTER BOX
10Book the Fifth
31The Alabaster Box.
11Book The Sixth
32BOOK IV THE PARABLES
12Book The Seventh
33The Parables.
13Book The Eigth
34BOOK V THE LOVE OF GOD AND MAN
14Indian Poetry
35The Love of God and Man.
15The Indian Song of Songs.
36BOOK VI THE GREAT CONSUMMATION
16Miscellaneous Oriental Poems.
37The Great Consummation.
17Two Books From The Iliad Of India.
38Potiphar's Wife
18"Night of Slaughter."
39Analysis
19The Morning Prayer.
40Reflection
20Proverbial Wisdom from the Shlokas of the Hitopadesa.
41Memorable Quotes
21Proverbial Wisdom From the Shlokas of the Hitopadeśa.
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