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An Essay On English Poetry, With Notices Of The British Poets

An Essay On English Poetry, With Notices Of The British Poets

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Literary CriticismGeneral PoetryGeneral World History

ISBN10: 1163298727
ISBN13: 9781163298725
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Published: Sep 10 2010
Pages: 444
Weight: 1.30
Height: 0.90 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
An Essay On English Poetry, With Notices Of The British Poets by Thomas Campbell is a literary work that delves into the history of English poetry and the poets who have contributed to its evolution. The book is divided into several sections, each of which explores a different aspect of English poetry. The first section of the book provides an overview of the history of English poetry, tracing its origins from the Anglo-Saxon period to the present day. The second section focuses on the works of the major British poets, including Chaucer, Shakespeare, Milton, and Wordsworth. The third section of the book provides a critical analysis of the different genres of English poetry, including the sonnet, the epic, and the ballad. The fourth section explores the relationship between poetry and society, examining how poets have responded to the political and social issues of their time. Throughout the book, Campbell provides insightful commentary on the works of various poets and their impact on the literary world. He also offers his own opinions on the nature and purpose of poetry, and how it can be used to express human emotions and experiences. Overall, An Essay On English Poetry, With Notices Of The British Poets is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history and evolution of English poetry. It offers a comprehensive overview of the major poets and their works, while also providing critical analysis and commentary on the genre as a whole.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.

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