The Dream of Gerontius: Poetry Guide and Free Edition
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The Dream of Gerontius is catalogued by Project Gutenberg with author credits for Newman, John Henry (1801–1890).
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"The Dream of Gerontius" by John Henry Newman is a poem written in 1865. It follows a dying man's prayer and his soul's journey after death through divine judgment and toward Purgatory. Written after Newman's conversion to Catholicism, the poem explores Catholic beliefs about death and the afterlife through seven phases. Gerontius experiences his final moments, awakens as a soul, encounters his Guardian Angel, and passes through demonic temptations toward his encounter with God, expressing humanity's fear of unworthiness and desire for purification.
Book and edition facts
- Title: The Dream of Gerontius
- Author credits: Newman, John Henry (1801–1890)
- Catalogue language: English
Catalogue subjects
- Christian poetry, English -- 19th century
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- Category: British Literature
- Category: Poetry
- Category: Religion/Spirituality
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