Publisher's Synopsis
""Tendrils"" is a book written by Robert Stephen Hawker and originally published in 1821 under the pen name Reuben. The book is a collection of poems that explore various themes such as nature, love, death, and religious faith. The title ""Tendrils"" refers to the delicate and intricate connections between different elements of the natural world, which the author uses as a metaphor for the interconnectedness of all things.The poems in ""Tendrils"" are characterized by their vivid descriptions of the natural world, which Hawker imbues with a sense of mystical wonder. Many of the poems are also deeply introspective, exploring the author's own thoughts and emotions as he contemplates the mysteries of life and death.Throughout the book, Hawker's Christian faith is a prominent theme, with many of the poems expressing a deep reverence for God and a belief in the power of prayer. However, the author's faith is also marked by a sense of questioning and uncertainty, as he grapples with the mysteries of the divine.Overall, ""Tendrils"" is a beautiful and thought-provoking collection of poems that offers readers a glimpse into the mind of a deeply spiritual and introspective poet.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
