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100 1 _aKesson, H. J.
245 1 4 _aThe Legend of the Lincoln Imp
264 1 _aSalt Lake City, UT :
_bProject Gutenberg,
_c2018
300 _a1 online resource :
_bmultiple file formats
336 _atext
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337 _acomputer
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_2rdamedia
338 _aonline resource
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500 _aRelease date is 2018-08-03
508 _aProduced by Al Haines
520 _a"The Legend of the Lincoln Imp" by H. J. Kesson is a whimsical narrative poem written in the early 20th century. The book recounts the mischievous adventures of a young imp who disrupts the sanctity of Lincoln Cathedral. The piece blends elements of folklore and humor, presenting a moral tale about the consequences of irreverence and the importance of respecting places of worship. The story begins with the imp, overflowing with exuberance, as he decides to create chaos within the cathedral by mocking its rituals and causing turmoil among its officials. His antics, however, draw the ire of a tiny angel who ultimately transforms him into stone as punishment for his impudence. This transformation serves as a physical manifestation of the themes of respect and humility. Kesson concludes the tale with a cautionary moral, advising against meddling with sacred matters and emphasizing the repercussions of one's actions, making it a light-hearted yet meaningful read that reflects on obedience and the spirit of reverence. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
534 _nOriginal publication data not identified
653 _aLincoln Cathedral
653 _aLincoln Cathedral -- Poetry
856 4 0 _uhttps://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/57632
999 _c98461
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