Andromeda and Other Poems

Andromeda and Other Poems is a collection of poems written by Charles Kingsley, a 19th century English novelist, historian, and social reformer. The book includes a variety of poems that explore themes such as love, nature, mythology, and social justice. The title poem, Andromeda, is a retelling of the Greek myth in which the titular character is saved from a sea monster by the hero Perseus. Other notable poems in the collection include The Three Fishers, which tells the story of three fishermen lost at sea, and The Sands of Dee, which laments the destruction of a river and its surrounding ecosystem. Kingsley's writing style is characterized by its vivid imagery, emotional depth, and social commentary. Andromeda and Other Poems is a timeless collection that continues to inspire readers with its beauty and insight.1858. Charles Kingsley was an English clergyman and novelist. He was the founding member of the Christian Socialist movement and was known for his controversy with Cardinal Newman. He was a chaplain to Queen Victoria, a rector at Eversley, Hampshire and was sympathetic to the Chartists. Contents: Andromeda; Songs, Ballads, etc.; and Early Poems. See other titles by this author available from Kessinger Publishing.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.