Sacred Poetry
Edited by Rev. H. Stebbing
Printed for J.F. Dove: London c1834
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Sacred Poetry
, edited by the Reverend Henry Stebbing and printed for J.F. Dove of London circa 1834, is a reverent and beautifully composed anthology of devotional verse drawn from a wide range of English poets. The collection gathers meditative and moral reflections on faith, virtue, mortality, and divine love, arranged to inspire both private contemplation and public worship. Stebbing, an eminent clergyman and literary editor of the early nineteenth century, provides a thoughtful selection that unites classical and contemporary voices in praise of spiritual truth, giving readers a lyrical exploration of the moral spirit of the age.
Produced during a period of renewed religious sentiment and fine literary craftsmanship, this early Victorian devotional work exemplifies the elegant typography and compact design characteristic of Dove's press. A scarce and handsome volume, it holds appeal for collectors of early nineteenth-century religious poetry, admirers of sacred verse, and those drawn to the moral and devotional literature of the Romantic and early Victorian periods.
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General wear, rub through and old label remnants to the covers and spine as shown. Inside hinges split however covers are strong and there are no loose pages. Heavy tanning to prelims otherwise the vast majority of the book has clean pages with pleasant age toning. Includes frontis and vignette as shown. Please study photos to further understand condition.
