Publisher's Synopsis
Peacock's Four Ages of Poetry; Shelley's Defense of Poetry; Browning's Essay on Shelley is a book that compiles three different essays by three prominent English poets and writers. The first essay is ""The Four Ages of Poetry"" by Thomas Love Peacock, which was originally published in 1820. In this essay, Peacock discusses the history of poetry and how it has evolved over time.The second essay is ""A Defence of Poetry"" by Percy Bysshe Shelley, which was published in 1821. In this essay, Shelley argues that poetry is essential to human life and that it has the power to inspire and uplift the human spirit. He also discusses the role of the poet in society and the importance of imagination and creativity.The third essay is ""Essay on Shelley"" by Robert Browning, which was written in 1880 and published in 1921. In this essay, Browning reflects on Shelley's life and work, and discusses his own personal connection to Shelley's poetry. He also offers his own interpretations and analysis of some of Shelley's most famous works.Overall, Peacock's Four Ages of Poetry; Shelley's Defense of Poetry; Browning's Essay on Shelley is a fascinating collection of essays that offers insight into the history and significance of poetry, as well as the lives and works of three of England's most celebrated poets.Additional Author Is Robert Browning.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.
