Publisher's Synopsis
The Martyrs' Idyl and Shorter Poems is a collection of poems by Louise Imogen Guiney, an American poet and essayist. The title poem, The Martyrs' Idyl, is a dramatic poem that tells the story of a group of Christian martyrs who refuse to renounce their faith in the face of persecution. The collection also includes a number of shorter poems on a range of subjects, including nature, love, and spirituality. Guiney's poetry is characterized by its lyrical and evocative language, as well as its exploration of themes such as faith, sacrifice, and the beauty of the natural world. The Martyrs' Idyl and Shorter Poems is a classic work of American poetry that continues to be read and appreciated by readers today.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.
