“Behold a silly tender babe,In freezing winter night,In homely manger trembling lies;Alas! a piteous sight.”
Quote by Robert Southwell
Work
St. Peter's Complaint: And Other Poems
This book is a compilation of poems that delve into the thoughts and experiences of St. Peter, alongside other varied themes and subjects. more
Author
Robert Southwell
Robert Southwell was a prominent English poet of the late 16th century. His poetry, deeply influenced by the Reformation, is notable for its profound religious sentiment and literary skill. more
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