
Transcribed from the 1887 Cassell & Company edition by David Price, email ccx074@pglaf.org
A quiet, lyrical guide to the church’s calendar, this collection weaves together poems for each season, feast, and ordinary day of worship. Shaped by a 19th‑century Oxford scholar and parish priest, the verses aim to draw the listener into the rhythm of the liturgical year, offering moments of reflection that echo the ancient rites while speaking in a language that feels both reverent and personal.
The work quickly became a beloved companion for those seeking a deeper, more heartfelt participation in daily prayer and holy days. Its modest yet powerful language has inspired generations of readers to pause, breathe, and let the cadence of the year shape their spiritual walk. Listeners will find a gentle invitation to rediscover familiar observances with fresh, contemplative eyes.
Language
en
Duration
~4 hours (261K characters)
Publisher of text edition
Project Gutenberg
Release date
2003-07-01
Rights
Public domain in the USA.

1792–1866
A priest, poet, and scholar at the heart of the Oxford Movement, he is best remembered for devotional writing that shaped 19th-century Anglican life. His best-known book, The Christian Year, brought reflective, church-season poetry to a wide readership.
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