Spirits in Bondage
by C. S. Lewis
'Spirits in Bondage' Summary
Spirits in Bondage is a collection of 40 poems written by C.S. Lewis under the pseudonym Clive Hamilton. The poems explore themes of darkness, confinement, and eventual escape, with a distinct Celtic and Druidic influence. The collection is divided into three parts: The Prison House, Hesitation, and Escape, reflecting the progression from despair to hope. While showcasing Lewis's early writing style, the poems also foreshadow elements of the later, more famous Chronicles of Narnia.Book Details
Authors
C. S. Lewis
England, Ireland
Clive Staples Lewis was a British writer and lay theologian. He held academic positions in English literature at both Oxford University (Magdalen College, 1925–1954) and Cambridge University (Ma...
Books by C. S. LewisDownload eBooks
Listen/Download Audiobook
- Select Speed
Related books
Love by Elizabeth Barrett Browning
Love by Elizabeth Barrett Browning is a collection of poems exploring the theme of love in its various forms, including romantic, familial, and divine...
The Little People of the Snow by William Cullen Bryant
In the enchanting realm of winter's embrace, where snowflakes dance and frost paints the landscape, lies a hidden world teeming with wonder. Enter "Th...
To a Blank Sheet of Paper by Oliver Wendell Holmes, Sr.
“To a Blank Sheet of Paper” is a poem by Oliver Wendell Holmes Sr., reflecting on the creative process and the blank page's potential. Written in a c...
Odes and Carmen Saeculare by Quintus Horatius Flaccus
The *Odes* and *Carmen Saeculare* are collections of poetry written by Quintus Horatius Flaccus, better known as Horace, a prominent Roman poet of the...
Apples Growing by Will Carleton
William McKendree Carleton, a renowned American poet, captured the essence of rural life in his works. 'Apples Growing' is a collection of poems that...
Plea For Our Northern Winters by Rosanna Eleanor Leprohon
Rosanna Eleanor Leprohon's "A Plea for Our Northern Winters" is a collection of poetry celebrating the beauty and significance of Canadian winters. Le...
Rover Vol. 01 No. 13 by Lawrence Labree
Published in 1843, "The Rover" was a weekly magazine that offered a selection of short stories, poems, and engravings. Edited by Seba Smith and Lawre...
To A Skylark by Percy Bysshe Shelley
Percy Bysshe Shelley's "To a Skylark" is a lyrical ode celebrating the beauty and freedom of a skylark's song. Written in 1820 during a walk in the It...
Snow-Bound: A Winter Idyl by John Greenleaf Whittier
A 750-line idyllic poem about a snow-storm from the narrator's childhood. (Summary by Paul Tremblay)
Goin' Home To-Day by Will Carleton
This collection of poems by Will Carleton delves into the everyday experiences of rural American life. The poems often depict the simple joys, struggl...
Reviews for Spirits in Bondage
No reviews posted or approved, yet...