Schiller's Lay of the Bell : Kessinger Publishing : 9781419106613 : 1419106619 : 11 Jan 2005 : Schiller's Lay of the Bell is a book written by A. G. Foster Barham that provides a complete translation of Friedrich Schiller's famous poem ""Das Lied von der Glocke"" (The Lay of the Bell) into English. The poem tells the story of a bell being cast and the various stages of its creation, from the melting of the metal to its eventual ringing in the tower. Along the way, the poem explores themes of craftsmanship, community, and the passage of time. Barham's translation seeks to capture the beauty and power of Schiller's original work, while also making it accessible to English-speaking readers. The book also includes an introduction that provides historical and cultural context for the poem, as well as notes and annotations that help readers better understand its meaning and significance. Overall, Schiller's Lay of the Bell is a compelling and thought-provoking work of poetry that continues t