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The Pastime of Pleasure: An Allegorical Poem
by Stephen Hawes
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- CEFR level
- C1
- Length
- 51 chapters
- Format
- The complete book
About this book
About this book
Embark on an allegorical journey through life’s course, blending medieval poetry with lessons on virtue and knowledge of the seven sciences. Follow a noble prince guided by grace, navigating the trials of existence toward heavenly wisdom.
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