Restoration Verse: 1660-1715
Hardcover
Literary CriticismPoetry AnthologiesGeneral Poetry
ISBN13: 9781025950655
Publisher: Tradd Street Press
Published: Feb 14 2026
Pages: 474
Weight: 1.84
Height: 1.06 Width: 6.14 Depth: 9.21
Language: English
Restoration Verse, 1660-1715 is a curated collection of English poetry spanning one of the most dynamic and transformative eras in literary history. This anthology captures the creative explosion that followed the return of the monarchy, covering the period from the coronation of Charles II through the end of the Stuart dynasty. It provides a window into an age defined by its wit, intellectual vigor, and stylistic refinement.
The work showcases the diverse range of poetic expression found during these five decades, including elegant courtly lyrics, biting political satires, and profound philosophical reflections. It highlights the development of the heroic couplet and the rise of neo-classicism, featuring both celebrated masters of the form and significant minor voices that shaped the cultural conversation of the time. The verses reflect the shifting social mores, religious tensions, and political upheavals of a nation in transition.
Valuable for both scholars of British literature and general readers of classic poetry, Restoration Verse, 1660-1715 serves as an essential record of the artistic evolution that occurred between the late Renaissance and the early Enlightenment. This collection remains a testament to the enduring influence of the Restoration period on the English-speaking world's literary heritage.
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