The Poet's Enchiridion

The Poet's Enchiridion A Hitherto Unpublished Poem (1914)

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The Poet's Enchiridion is a previously unpublished poem by the renowned poet Elizabeth Barrett Browning, first published in 1914. The poem is a philosophical treatise on the nature of poetry and the role of the poet in society. It explores the relationship between the poet and their inspiration, as well as the poet's responsibility to use their gift for the betterment of humanity. The poem is divided into sections, each addressing a different aspect of the poet's craft and experience. Through elegant language and vivid imagery, Barrett Browning delves into the heart of what it means to be a poet, offering insights and reflections that remain relevant to contemporary readers. This edition features an introduction by the editor, providing context and background information on the poem and its author. Overall, The Poet's Enchiridion is a fascinating and thought-provoking work that will appeal to lovers of poetry and philosophy alike.With An Inedited Address To Uvedale Price, On His Eightieth Birthday; An Early Invocation To Sleep; And A Preliminary Draft Of The Renowned Poem Catarina To Camoens.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.

Book information

ISBN: 9781104398002
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Imprint: Kessinger Publishing
Pub date:
Language: English
Number of pages: 56
Weight: 95g
Height: 228mm
Width: 152mm
Spine width: 3mm