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LibriVox recording of Selected Poems by George Herbert. Read in English by Thomas A. Copeland These poems, from Herbert’s book The Temple , show the evolution of a soul’s relationship with God. Sudden reversals of mood are common, for although Herbert is best known for his quiet tone, he was not a tranquil man but proud and ambitious. He achieved tranquility by active effort. His works may be read autobiographically, for they are intensely personal. Yet through his personal experience we perceive a reality larger than the personal. For example, his many homely comparisons—to bowling, pulleys,
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- English
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- Public Domain
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- April 25, 2026
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Selected Poems by George Herbert
Source: Public Domain
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