In The Yule-Log Glow, Book IV

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20956

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In The Yule-Log Glow, Book IV

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en

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Edited by Harrison S. Morris, this volume presents a global collection of Christmas poems and carols from 'Round the World. Featuring works by Charles Kingsley, Helen S. Conant, and others, the anthology spans from traditional English carols to tropical verses from Cuba. The tone is festive yet contemplative, blending mirth with themes of humility, charity, and the enduring spirit of the Nativity.

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In The Yule-Log Glow, Book IV, edited by Harrison S. Morris, presents a rich tapestry of holiday verse celebrating the Christmas season from a global perspective. The collection opens with traditional English carols such as 'God Rest You Merry, Gentlemen' and 'Welcome Yule,' establishing a tone of communal joy and religious reverence. Morris curates a diverse array of voices, including Charles Kingsley's 'The Masque of Christmas,' which contrasts courtly revelry with the humble birth of Christ, urging readers to curb their internal 'tyrant' nature. Helen S. Conant's 'Christmas in Cuba' offers a tropical viewpoint, longing for the snow-covered hills of the north while affirming the universality of Christ's love. Other pieces explore New Year's resolutions, the customs of wassailing, and the passage of time. The volume traverses from the bustling halls of Whitehall to quiet firesides, capturing the full spectrum of the season: from the whimsical 'Hard Times in Elfland' to the solemn 'Blessed Day' of the Incarnation. Through poems like 'Remember, O Thou Man' and 'Jacob's Ladder,' the text emphasizes themes of repentance, faith, and the spiritual journey toward Zion. The book serves as a reminder that Christmas is a day to remember the Babe in the manger, to practice charity, and to find peace amidst the world's chaos. Ultimately, the collection invites readers to embrace the spirit of the season, whether in a tropical bay or a frozen landscape, focusing on the core message of salvation and the call to be truly human rather than merely beastly.

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Categories

• Christmas Stories
• Christmas poetry