Saints in Sussex

Name: Saints in Sussex
Author: Sheila Kaye-Smith

By Sheila Kaye-Smith

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A sequence of lyrical poems voices saints and liturgical moments as they intersect with Sussex landscapes and local life. Each piece reimagines feast days through vivid rural imagery, seasonal change, and churchyard ritual, pairing apostolic figures and biblical personas with village sights, sounds, and folk memory. Themes include faith and repentance, communal prayer, mythic echoes, and the everyday rhythms of market, sea, and harvest. The collection arranges short dramatic monologues and descriptive lyrics into a calendarlike progression, using pastoral detail and devotional language to fuse sacred tradition with regional identity.

About the Author

Sheila Kaye-Smith

Sheila Kaye-Smith was an English novelist and poet, known for her vivid portrayals of rural life in Sussex. Her works often reflect her deep connection to the landscape and culture of the region. Among her notable titles is "Joanna Godden," which explores themes of independence and resilience through the life of a strong-willed woman. Kaye-Smith's writing is characterized by its rich descriptions and a keen sense of place, making her a significant figure in early 20th-century English literature. In addition to her novels, she also contributed poetry, further showcasing her literary versatility.