Flamma Vestalis: And Other Poems is a collection of poems written by Eugene Mason and published in 1895. The title poem, Flamma Vestalis, is a tribute to the Vestal Virgins of ancient Rome, who were responsible for keeping the sacred fire burning in the Temple of Vesta. The poem is a meditation on the power of fire and the role of women in preserving tradition and spirituality.The other poems in the collection cover a range of themes and subjects, from nature and love to mythology and history. Mason's writing is ...
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Flamma Vestalis: And Other Poems is a collection of poems written by Eugene Mason and published in 1895. The title poem, Flamma Vestalis, is a tribute to the Vestal Virgins of ancient Rome, who were responsible for keeping the sacred fire burning in the Temple of Vesta. The poem is a meditation on the power of fire and the role of women in preserving tradition and spirituality.The other poems in the collection cover a range of themes and subjects, from nature and love to mythology and history. Mason's writing is characterized by its lyrical beauty and emotional depth, and his poems often explore the mysteries of the human heart and the natural world.Overall, Flamma Vestalis: And Other Poems is a timeless collection of poetry that continues to inspire and captivate readers over a century after its initial publication.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.
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