| Editor |
Mudge, James, 1844-1918 |
| Title |
Poems with Power to Strengthen the Soul
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 88.0 (6th grade). Easy to read.
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| Credits |
E-text prepared by Suzanne Lybarger, Brian Janes, Pilar Somoza Fernandez, and the Project Gutenberg Online Distributed Proofreading Team (http://www.pgdp.net)
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| Summary |
"Poems with Power to Strengthen the Soul" by James Mudge is a collection of poems compiled and edited in the early 20th century. The work is specifically aimed at fostering personal character and spiritual growth through carefully chosen poetic selections that inspire nobility, courage, love, and faith. Mudge’s intent is to provide readers with verses that not only uplift and energize but also guide them toward living a more virtuous life. The beginning of the book outlines its unique purpose and the thoughtful process behind selecting the poems included. Mudge explains that the compilation is distinct from traditional religious verse or hymnals, focusing instead on works that possess an immediate moral and spiritual impact. He discusses the various themes covered in the collection, including heroism, duty, love, and faith, and emphasizes the importance of these subjects in personal development. The preface reveals Mudge's goal of offering a source of strength and encouragement to readers, preparing them for the challenges of life with thought-provoking and enriching poetry. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
English |
| LoC Class |
PR: Language and Literatures: English literature
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| Subject |
English poetry
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
28591 |
| Release Date |
Apr 22, 2009 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
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