Publisher's Synopsis
John Masefield: A Critical Study (1922) is a book written by William Hamilton that provides a comprehensive analysis of the life and works of the famous English poet, John Masefield. The book is divided into several chapters, each of which focuses on a particular aspect of Masefield's life and literary career. The first chapter provides an overview of Masefield's early life, including his childhood, education, and early literary influences. The second chapter focuses on Masefield's early literary works, including his first collection of poems, Salt-Water Ballads. The third chapter delves into Masefield's later works, including his acclaimed long poem, Reynard the Fox. The fourth chapter examines Masefield's prose works, including his novels and short stories. The fifth chapter provides an in-depth analysis of Masefield's style and themes, including his use of language, his exploration of human emotions, and his fascination with the sea. The final chapter offers a critical assessment of Masefield's overall contribution to English literature, as well as his place in the literary canon. Throughout the book, Hamilton provides insightful commentary and analysis of Masefield's works, drawing on a wide range of literary and historical sources. He also includes numerous quotations from Masefield's writings, allowing readers to appreciate the poet's unique style and voice. Overall, John Masefield: A Critical Study is an essential resource for anyone interested in the life and works of this important English poet.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.