“They left no books , Memorial to their lonely thought In grey parishes: rather they wrote On men's hearts and in the minds Of young children sublime words Too soon forgotten. God in his time Or out of time will correct this.”
Quote by R. S. Thomas
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Collected Poems: 1945-1990 R.S.Thomas: Collected Poems : R S Thomas
The book is a compilation of R.S. Thomas's poetry, featuring a range of themes and styles that reflect his deep engagement with the natural world, spiritual inquiry, and the human condition. It includes works that have been celebrated for their lyrical beauty and philosophical depth. more
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R. S. Thomas
R.S. Thomas was a Welsh poet renowned for his profound religious and philosophical reflections. His poetry widely explores the meaning of human existence, the relationship between nature and divinity, and the connection between the individual and the universe. His style is unique, with concise and powerful language. more
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Source: Collected Poems: 1945-1990 R.S.Thomas: Collected Poems : R S Thomas
Source: Collected Poems: 1945-1990 R.S.Thomas: Collected Poems : R S Thomas
“I am a man now. Pass your hand over my brow. You can feel the place where the brains grow.”
“I have nowhere to go. The swift satellites show The clock of my whole being is slow.”
Source: R. S. Thomas: Everyman Poetry: Everyman's Poetry
“It is too late to start For destinations not of the heart . I must stay here with my hurt.”
Source: R. S. Thomas: Everyman Poetry: Everyman's Poetry
“The deep spaces between stars , Fathomless as the cold shadow His mind cast.”
Source: Collected Poems: 1945-1990 R.S.Thomas: Collected Poems : R S Thomas