Sabbatical Verses (1837)

Sabbatical Verses is a collection of poems written by Joseph John Gurney and published in 1837. Gurney was a prominent Quaker minister and social reformer in 19th century England, and his poetry reflects his deep religious convictions and his commitment to social justice. The poems in Sabbatical Verses cover a wide range of topics, from nature and the beauty of the natural world, to the evils of slavery and the importance of education. Gurney's poetry is characterized by its simple, straightforward language and its emphasis on moral and spiritual values. The poems are written in a variety of forms, including sonnets, hymns, and ballads, and many of them are accompanied by biblical quotations and references. Overall, Sabbatical Verses is a thoughtful and inspiring collection of poetry that reflects the author's deep faith and his commitment to making the world a better place.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.