Rampolli

Name: Rampolli
Author: George MacDonald

By George MacDonald

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A translator offers an anthology of rendered verse with a preface outlining aims to preserve spirit, meaning, style, rhythm, and rhyme. Selections include devotional and meditative lyrics, hymns and song-book pieces, and earlier lyric translations that dwell on longing, consolation, mortality, maternal and divine love, and spiritual renewal. The translations balance literal fidelity with poetic adaptation, striving to retain each poem’s aroma while making its rhythms and rhymes work in English. The result is a varied miscellany that emphasizes inward feeling, natural imagery, and prayerful address across a range of poetic moods and forms.

About the Author

George MacDonald

George MacDonald was a Scottish author, poet, and Christian minister, known for his pioneering contributions to children's literature and fantasy. His works often explore themes of faith, imagination, and the human experience. Among his notable titles is "At the Back of the North Wind," a classic children's tale that blends adventure with profound moral lessons. MacDonald's writing is characterized by its lyrical prose and deep philosophical insights, influencing many later writers, including C.S. Lewis and J.R.R. Tolkien. His diverse body of work includes novels, poetry, and essays, reflecting his belief in the transformative power of storytelling.