Poems On Several Occasions By John Pomfret (1778)

Poems on Several Occasions by John Pomfret is a collection of poems written by the English poet John Pomfret. Originally published in 1778, this book includes a variety of poems on different themes, such as love, nature, religion, and morality. The poems are written in a variety of forms, including sonnets, odes, and elegies. Pomfret's poetry is characterized by its simplicity, clarity, and elegance. His poems are often reflective and introspective, exploring the inner workings of the human mind and the complexities of human relationships. Many of his poems deal with the themes of mortality and the transience of life, and he often uses nature as a metaphor for these larger existential questions. Despite being relatively unknown today, John Pomfret was a popular poet in his time, and his work was widely read and admired. His poetry is notable for its humane and compassionate outlook, and for its ability to find beauty and meaning in even the most mundane aspects of life. Poems on Several Occasions is a testament to his enduring legacy as a poet of great sensitivity and insight.Viz. The Choice; Love Triumphant Over Reason; Cruelty And Lust; On The Divine Attributes; A Prospect Of Death; On The Conflagration, And Last Judgment. With Some Account Of His Life And Writings, To Which Are Added His Remains.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.