The history and poetry of finger-rings

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

Edwards, Charles, 1797-1868

Contributor:

Stoddard, Richard Henry, 1825-1903

Language:

English

Physical Description:

1 online resource : multiple file formats

Place of Publication:

Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg,

Summary:

"The History and Poetry of Finger-Rings" by Charles Edwards is a historical account published in the mid-19th century. This work explores the significance and evolution of finger-rings throughout various cultures and eras, delving into their roles in ceremonies, as symbols of power, and as tokens of affection and devotion. It offers a blend of factual history enriched with poetic references, reflecting on how such seemingly small artifacts have played significant roles in human connections and societal structures. The opening of this insightful work introduces the reader to the profound historical and cultural significance of finger-rings. It opens by asserting that the ring, a simple circular ornament, carries immense weight in both personal relationships and power dynamics throughout history. Edwards references notable examples, including a lost ring of Shakespeare and a poignant story involving the Anglo-Saxon captain Godwin. The narrative encourages readers to appreciate the rich tapestry of tales and meanings associated with these artifacts, setting the stage for a deeper exploration of rings in mythology, law, power, and the emotional bond they symbolize. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Credits:

Produced by Turgut Dincer, Susan Carr and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive)

Notes:

Reading ease score: 66.7 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.

Release date is 2020-12-06