“Listen, sweet Dove, unto my song, And spread thy golden wings in me; Hatching my tender heart so long, Till it get wing, and flie away with Thee.”
Quote by George Herbert
Work
The Poetical Works of G. H. With a Memoir of the Author, and Notes, by ... R. A. Willmott
The Poetical Works of G. H. is a compilation of the literary contributions of G. H., a poet, including a selection of his poems. The volume is enriched with a memoir that offers insight into the author's life and career. R. A. Willmott, the compiler, has also included notes that provide context and analysis of the poems. more
Author
George Herbert
George Herbert, a renowned English poet, was born on April 3, 1593, and died on March 1, 1633. Known for his religious poetry, Herbert's works blend personal faith with profound philosophy, exerting a profound influence on poetry in the postmodern era. more
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