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From Perfection to the Elixir

How George Herbert Fashioned a Famous Poem [Paperback]

by Ben De La Mare

Author
Ben De La Mare
Book Format
Paperback
Publisher
SLG Press
Published
April 2008

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Ben de la Mare’s deep understanding of poetry is shown in this sensitive examination of the spiritual journey and conversion reflected in George Herbert’s development and revision of his poem ‘Perfection’ to become the final version, ‘The Elixir’. This poem is best known in the hymn version, ‘Teach me my God and King ...’ In his work of revision and his quest for perfection, George Herbert has created an inspired image for that transformation of the human heart which only God can accomplish.