Earthy Paradise, Part 4: A Poem (1871)

The Earthy Paradise, Part 4: A Poem is a collection of epic poems written by the renowned English poet, artist, and social activist, William Morris. Originally published in 1871, this book is the fourth and final installment of Morris's ambitious project to create a modern version of the classic mythological tales of Greece and Rome. The Earthy Paradise, Part 4: A Poem is divided into two sections: ""The Land East of the Sun and West of the Moon"" and ""The Story of Rhodope."" The first section is a retelling of the classic Norwegian fairy tale of the same name, which follows the journey of a young woman who travels to the ends of the earth to rescue her beloved prince from the clutches of a wicked troll queen. The second section tells the story of Rhodope, a legendary Greek queen who was transformed into a mountain by the gods as punishment for her pride and vanity. Throughout the book, Morris's lyrical and evocative language brings these ancient tales to life, painting vivid pictures of mythical landscapes and characters. The poems are accompanied by Morris's own illustrations, which further enhance the book's immersive and enchanting atmosphere. Overall, The Earthy Paradise, Part 4: A Poem is a masterful work of poetry that showcases Morris's skill as a storyteller and his deep love for the myths and legends of the ancient world. It is a must-read for anyone interested in mythology, poetry, or the works of William Morris.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.