The Relation Of The Poet To His Age A Discourse Delivered Before The Phi Beta Kappa Society (1843)

""The Relation Of The Poet To His Age: A Discourse Delivered Before The Phi Beta Kappa Society"" is a book written by George Stillman Hillard and published in 1843. The book is a discourse that explores the relationship between poets and their respective ages. Hillard argues that poets are not only influenced by their times, but they also have the power to shape and influence their age through their poetry. He discusses the importance of poetry in society and how it can serve as a reflection of the values and beliefs of a particular era. Hillard also examines the role of the poet as a social critic and how their work can challenge the status quo and bring about change. This book is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of poetry and its impact on society.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.