Sir Galahad, a Christmas Mystery by William Morris
It is the longest night in all the year, Near on the day when the Lord Christ was born; Six hours ago I came and sat down here, And ponder'd sadly, wearied and forlorn. The winter wind that pass'd the chapel door, Sang out a moody tune, that went right well With mine own thoughts: I look'd down on the floor, Between my feet, until I heard a bell Sound a long way off through the forest deep, And toll on steadily; a drowsiness
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"It is the longest night in all the year,..."
"Sir Galahad, a Christmas Mystery" by William Morris is a sad and love and deep and nature and inspirational and spiritual and romantic english poem consisting of 287 lines. This English poem by William Morris demonstrates the timeless power of verse to capture complex human emotions. Beginning with "It is the longest night in all the year, Near on the day when the Lord Christ was born;...", this piece explores themes of sad and love and deep and nature and inspirational and spiritual and romantic through vivid imagery and emotional resonance. The work invites contemplation on the deeper currents of life, love, and the human condition. William Morris's celebrated body of poetry continues to inspire readers across generations and cultures, and this particular work stands as a powerful example of their artistic vision.