Release date is 2016-03-05

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"Poems: Pastoral and Psalm" by Rev. Benjamin Copeland is a collection of poetry likely written in the late 19th century. This book explores themes of nature, spirituality, and the human experience, encapsulating the essence of pastoral life intertwined with religious reflection. The poems serve as a meditative journey, offering insights into life's beauty and its tribulations through lyrical expression. The collection features various poems that evoke the serenity of the countryside, the awe of creation, and the deep emotional ties humans have with love and loss. Copeland's work reflects on the joys of nature, as seen in pieces that celebrate the arrival of spring or the sweetness of the meadow air, while also delving into darker themes such as grief and yearning, particularly in poems addressing loss and the hope of eternal life. Through rich imagery and thoughtful contemplation, the author invites readers to find solace in both the beauty of the earth and the promise of spiritual existence beyond this life. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

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