Publisher's Synopsis
The Poetical Remains of William Glen is a book that contains a collection of poems written by William Glen, a Scottish poet who lived in the 19th century. The book also includes a memoir of Glen's life and an account of the Aberfoyle Orphanage, an institution that Glen founded to provide education and care for orphaned children in Scotland.The poems in the book cover a wide range of themes, including nature, love, and spirituality. Glen's writing style is characterized by its use of vivid imagery and emotional depth, which make his poems both thought-provoking and moving.The memoir included in the book provides readers with a detailed account of Glen's life, including his childhood, education, and career as a poet. It also offers insights into his personal beliefs and values, as well as his motivations for founding the Aberfoyle Orphanage.The account of the Aberfoyle Orphanage provides readers with a glimpse into the history of this important institution, which played a vital role in the lives of many orphaned children in Scotland. It details the challenges that Glen faced in establishing and maintaining the orphanage, as well as the impact that it had on the lives of the children who lived there.Overall, The Poetical Remains of William Glen is a fascinating book that offers readers a unique perspective on the life and work of a talented Scottish poet, as well as the history of an important social institution in 19th century Scotland.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.
