A Mystery Play in Honour of the Nativity of our Lord by Robert Hugh Benson
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About this eBook
| Author | Benson, Robert Hugh, 1871-1914 |
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| Illustrator | Pippet, Gabriel, 1880-1962 |
| LoC No. | 09025436 |
| Title | A Mystery Play in Honour of the Nativity of our Lord |
| Note | Reading ease score: 86.4 (6th grade). Easy to read. |
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| Summary | "A Mystery Play in Honour of the Nativity of our Lord" by Robert Hugh Benson is a theatrical work that belongs to the genre of religious drama, specifically a mystery play. This book was likely written in the early 20th century and aims to depict the Nativity story in a way that enhances devotion to the birth of Christ. The play unfolds through a series of scenes that explore the journey of various characters, such as Mary, Joseph, and the shepherds, towards Bethlehem during the time of Jesus's birth. The narrative integrates the music of Christmas carols, enhancing its festive and reverent atmosphere. As the characters encounter divine signs and each other, they reflect on the significance of the nativity, embodying the hope, joy, and wonder associated with the birth of the Savior. The portrayal emphasizes simplicity and faith, allowing the audience to engage deeply with the spiritual message of Christmas. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PR: Language and Literatures: English literature |
| Subject | Christmas plays |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 61606 |
| Release Date | Mar 12, 2020 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 81 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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