Lectures On English Poetry, To The Time Of Milton

von Stanhope Busby

128 Seiten, Taschenbuch

Kurzbeschreibung des Verlags

""Lectures On English Poetry, To The Time Of Milton"" by Stanhope Busby is a comprehensive guide to the development of English poetry from its earliest origins up until the time of John Milton. The book is divided into several lectures, each of which covers a specific period or style of poetry, including Old English poetry, the Middle Ages, the Renaissance, and the Elizabethan era. Busby provides detailed analyses of the most significant poets and works of each period, including Beowulf, Chaucer, Shakespeare, and Donne, among others. He also explores the cultural and historical contexts that influenced the development of English poetry, such as the Reformation, the rise of humanism, and the political and social changes of the 17th century. Throughout the book, Busby offers insightful commentary on the themes, styles, and techniques of English poetry, highlighting the unique contributions of each period and poet to the evolution of the art form. He also includes numerous examples of poetry from each era, allowing readers to experience the beauty and power of English poetry firsthand. Overall, ""Lectures On English Poetry, To The Time Of Milton"" is an essential resource for anyone interested in the history and development of English poetry, from its earliest roots to the works of one of its greatest masters.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Themen: Biographie, Literatur und Literaturwissenschaft Geschichte und Kritik Lyrik und Dichter
• ISBN: 9781432549473
• Sprache: Englisch
• Erscheinungsdatum: 10.04.2007
• Größe: 229 x 152 mm
• Verlag: Kessinger Publishing, LLC