Trench, Richard Chenevix 1807-1886 creator text utu 2018 monographic en 1 online resource : multiple file formats "Poems from Eastern Sources: The Steadfast Prince; and Other Poems" by Richard Chenevix Trench is a collection of poetry written in the early 19th century. This anthology primarily draws upon themes and stories from Eastern traditions, including legends, fables, and moral tales, exploring human experiences, spiritual quests, and the nature of love, suffering, and duty. Notably, it gives voice to classic figures, such as Alexander the Great, while interweaving narratives about steadfastness, wisdom, and the trials of life. The beginning of the collection introduces the poem "Alexander at the Gates of Paradise," where Alexander embarks on a quest driven by thirst for enlightenment and ultimate joy. As he seeks a pure stream that symbolizes divine truth, he encounters an angel who challenges his pride, reflecting on the insatiable nature of human desire. This sets a tone for the themes of yearning, perseverance, and the search for meaning that permeate the poems. Additionally, it highlights Trench's appreciation for Eastern wisdom, paving the way for a deeper exploration of the human condition and spiritual introspection throughout the subsequent poems. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Release date is 2018-02-08 Produced by Larry B. Harrison and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive) Original publication data not identified Poetry PR Original publication data not identified https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/56521 https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/56521 UtSlPG 260607 20260610134313.0 56521