Publisher's Synopsis
""Popular Poetry Considered As A Test Of National Character"" is a book written by Starling William Day and published in 1853. The book explores the relationship between poetry and national character, arguing that the poetry of a nation reflects the values, beliefs, and attitudes of its people. Day examines the popular poetry of various nations, including England, Scotland, Ireland, and America, and analyzes the themes and styles that are prevalent in each. He also discusses the role of poetry in shaping national identity and the importance of preserving traditional forms of poetry. The book is a fascinating study of the relationship between literature and culture, and provides valuable insights into the ways in which poetry can offer a window into the soul of a nation.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.
