Publisher's Synopsis
The Minstrel is a narrative poem written by James Beattie and published in 1858. The poem is divided into two books and tells the story of a young minstrel named Edwin who sets out on a journey to find truth, beauty, and happiness. Along the way, he encounters various challenges and obstacles, but ultimately finds peace and contentment in the beauty of nature and the love of God. The Minstrel is considered a classic of Romantic literature, and is notable for its exploration of themes such as the nature of happiness, the role of art in society, and the relationship between humanity and the natural world. The poem is written in a lyrical, musical style, with vivid descriptions of nature and a strong emphasis on the power of imagination and creativity. Overall, The Minstrel is a timeless work of literature that continues to inspire and engage 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.
