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The English Poets Selections
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ISBN13: 9781025638133
Publisher: Tradd Street Press
Published: Feb 14 2026
Pages: 514
Weight: 1.57
Height: 1.03 Width: 6.14 Depth: 9.21
Language: English
The English Poets Selections (Volume 2) is a comprehensive and prestigious anthology that showcases the rich heritage of English verse. Edited by Thomas Humphry Ward with a significant introductory essay by Matthew Arnold, this volume serves as an essential survey of poetic development during a transformative era of English literature. This collection brings together a curated selection of works from some of the most influential voices in the English language, bridging the gap between the Elizabethan period and the rise of the Neo-classical style.
The anthology is designed not merely as a compilation but as a critical guide, providing readers with both the texts themselves and insightful commentary that places each poet within their broader historical and stylistic context. Matthew Arnold's contribution emphasizes the importance of literary touchstones and the high seriousness required of enduring art. Covering the masters of the 17th century, including the metaphysical and Cavalier poets, The English Poets Selections offers a panoramic view of the evolving themes, forms, and sensibilities that define the British poetic tradition. This volume remains an invaluable resource for students, scholars, and lovers of poetry seeking to explore the foundational pillars of the canon.
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