English Poetry of the Mid and Late Eighteenth Century An Historical Anthology

English Poetry of the Mid and Late Eighteenth Century: An Historical Anthology is a comprehensive collection of poems from the mid to late 18th century, edited by Ricardo Quintana. The anthology includes works from prominent poets of the time such as William Blake, Samuel Johnson, and William Wordsworth, as well as lesser-known poets. The book is organized chronologically, beginning with the works of Alexander Pope and ending with the poetry of William Cowper. Each section includes a brief introduction that provides historical context and background information on the poets and their works. The anthology covers a wide range of themes, including love, nature, politics, religion, and the human condition. The poems are written in various forms, including sonnets, odes, ballads, and epistles. English Poetry of the Mid and Late Eighteenth Century: An Historical Anthology is an excellent resource for students of English literature, as well as anyone interested in the poetry of this period. The book provides a glimpse into the literary and cultural landscape of the 18th century, and showcases the talent and creativity of some of the most influential poets of the time.Borzoi Series In Eighteenth-Century Literature.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.