Publisher's Synopsis
""Christmas With The Poets"" is a collection of songs, carols, and descriptive verses that revolve around the festival of Christmas. The book covers a wide range of literature from the Anglo-Norman period to the present time, making it an excellent resource for those interested in the history of Christmas celebrations. The author, Henry Vizetelly, has carefully curated a selection of works from various poets, including William Shakespeare, John Milton, and Robert Burns, among others. The book also includes lesser-known works from anonymous authors, adding to its value as a comprehensive collection. The verses in the book are arranged thematically, covering topics such as the Nativity, the Yule Log, and the Feast of St. Stephen. The book's language is accessible and easy to read, making it an enjoyable read for both scholars and casual readers. Overall, ""Christmas With The Poets"" is a delightful book that captures the spirit and essence of the Christmas season through the eyes of some of the greatest poets in history.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.
