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Discover the passionate and evocative poetry of Richard Crashaw in "The Complete Works of Richard Crashaw, Volume I (of 2)." This carefully prepared edition presents a comprehensive collection of Crashaw's early modern English verse, showcasing his unique contribution to religious poetry and the metaphysical tradition. A significant voice of the 17th century, Crashaw's work explores themes of faith, devotion, and divine love with remarkable intensity and ornate imagery. Explore his lyrical talent and spiritual depth in this first volume, a testament to the enduring power of religious expression in poetry. This collection is an essential resource for anyone interested in English poetry, Christian theology, and the literary landscape of the 1500-1700s. This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.