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Phases of English Poetry
Hardcover
Literary CriticismPoetry Criticism
ISBN13: 9781025898285
Publisher: Tradd Street Press
Published: Feb 14 2026
Pages: 164
Weight: 0.90
Height: 0.44 Width: 6.14 Depth: 9.21
Language: English
Phases of English Poetry is a foundational work of literary criticism by the influential poet and critic Herbert Read. In this insightful volume, Read traces the evolution of English verse from its early communal origins through its development into an individualistic and sophisticated art form. By examining various historical periods and stylistic shifts, the author seeks to define the essential nature of poetry and its changing relationship with the reader and society.
The book explores diverse phases such as the ballad, humanistic poetry, religious verse, and the modern movement. Read provides a compelling analysis of how poets have adapted their craft to reflect the intellectual and social climates of their times. His prose is both accessible and profound, offering readers a clear perspective on the continuity and transformation of the English poetic tradition.
This work remains a significant contribution to modernist criticism, highlighting Read's unique ability to synthesize historical context with aesthetic theory. It is an essential read for students of literature, aspiring poets, and anyone interested in the enduring power of the written word in the English-speaking world.
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