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The Religious Poems of Richard Crashaw is a book that was first published in 1914. It is a collection of poems written by the English poet Richard Crashaw, who was born in 1613 and died in 1649. The poems in this book are all religious in nature and were written during the seventeenth century.The book is edited by R. A. Eric Shepherd, who provides an introduction to the life and work of Crashaw. The introduction gives readers an insight into the poet's background, his education, and his religious beliefs. It also provides a context for understanding the poems that follow.The poems in this collection are divided into two parts. The first part contains Crashaw's religious lyrics, which are short poems that express his devotion and praise for God. The second part contains his longer poems, which are more complex and explore themes such as salvation, redemption, and the love of God.The poems in this book are written in a variety of styles, including sonnets, hymns, and elegies. They are characterized by their rich imagery, powerful emotions, and vivid language. Crashaw's poetry is known for its use of paradoxes and metaphors, which make his work both challenging and rewarding for readers.Overall, The Religious Poems of Richard Crashaw is a valuable resource for anyone interested in seventeenth-century poetry or religious literature. It provides a glimpse into the mind of a talented poet who was deeply committed to his faith and his art.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.