An Anthology of the Poetry of the Age of Shakespeare

Paperback / softback

Main Details

Title An Anthology of the Poetry of the Age of Shakespeare
Authors and Contributors      Edited by W. T. Young
Physical Properties
Format:Paperback / softback
Pages:320
Dimensions(mm): Height 203,Width 127
Category/GenrePoetry anthologies
Literary studies - c 1500 to c 1800
ISBN/Barcode 9781107673199
ClassificationsDewey:821.308
Audience
Professional & Vocational

Publishing Details

Publisher Cambridge University Press
Imprint Cambridge University Press
Publication Date 3 January 2013
Publication Country United Kingdom

Description

Originally published in 1910, this book anthologises a variety of poetry from the time of Shakespeare. The text is divided by genre and within each genre poems are ordered chronologically in accordance with the author's date of birth. Selections are presented with a minimal level of editorial interference, allowing readers to come to their own conclusions regarding meaning and literary importance. Indexes of authors and first lines are also provided. This book will be of value to anyone with an interest in Elizabethan and Jacobean literature.