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The Poetical Works of Edmund Waller

The Poetical Works of Edmund Waller

Waller, Edmund

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Poetry CriticismGeneral Poetry

ISBN10: 1432618784
ISBN13: 9781432618780
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Published: Sep 20 2004
Pages: 400
Weight: 1.66
Height: 1.00 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
The Poetical Works of Edmund Waller is a collection of poems by the English poet Edmund Waller. The book contains a comprehensive selection of Waller's poetry, including his most famous works such as On a Girdle and Go, Lovely Rose. Waller was a prominent figure in the 17th century English literary scene, and his poetry is known for its elegance, wit, and lyrical beauty. This collection includes poems on a variety of themes, including love, politics, and nature. The book is a valuable resource for students of English literature, as well as for lovers of poetry who appreciate the works of the great poets of the past.1777. Two Volumes in One. Containing the Miscellanies, From Mr. Fenton's Quarto Edit. 1729 with The Life of the Author. Waller was elected to parliament at the early age of sixteen, and wrote his first verse at the age of nineteen. He gained a reputation as an orator. Although he was committed to remaining politically moderate he found himself involved in a plot that was uncovered and Waller was fined, imprisoned and finally exiled from Britain. Eventually he was allowed back into the country returned to parliament. Much of Waller's verse consisted of praise for Sacharissa, a name he used for Lady Dorothy Sidney whom he courted unsuccessfully. Today he is best known for On a Girdle and Go Lovely Rose. His most remembered achievement is his perfection of the heroic couplet.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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