Publisher's Synopsis
""Elizabethan Criticism of Poetry"" is a book written by Guy Andrew Thompson and published in 1914. The book explores the literary criticism of poetry during the Elizabethan era in England, focusing on the works of writers such as Sir Philip Sidney, Edmund Spenser, and William Shakespeare. The book provides an in-depth analysis of the critical theories and practices of these writers, as well as their views on the role of poetry in society. It examines the various forms of poetry popular during the Elizabethan era, including sonnets, ballads, and epic poetry, and how these forms were evaluated by critics of the time. The author also discusses the influence of classical literature on Elizabethan poetry and criticism, and how this influence shaped the literary landscape of the era. The book includes numerous examples of Elizabethan poetry, along with detailed commentary and analysis, making it a valuable resource for students and scholars of English literature. Overall, ""Elizabethan Criticism of Poetry"" provides a comprehensive overview of the literary criticism of poetry during one of the most important periods in English literary history. It is a must-read for anyone interested in the development of English poetry and literary criticism.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.
