Poems of Gerard Manley Hopkins Now First Published

"Poems of Gerard Manley Hopkins" by Gerard Manley Hopkins is a compilation of verses from the late 1800s, distinguished by its unique approach to language, beat, and measure and shows the author's crafting of "sprung rhythm" to imitate the way humankind speaks. The collection studies subjects like nature, religion, loveliness, and what it means to be human using bright mental pictures and strong feelings. The beginning includes a foreword where Hopkins highlights the different rhythmic shapes he uses in his pieces, mainly pointing out the differences between "running rhythm" and "sprung rhythm," emphasizing the organic movement of his words. Following the opening section, the poems illustrate a range of pictures linked to the outdoors, faith, and deep reflection, which creates a thoughtful and creative tone that grows as the collection goes on.