Publisher's Synopsis
English Poems From Chaucer To Kipling is a comprehensive anthology of English poetry spanning several centuries. Edited by Thomas Marc Parrott, a renowned literary scholar and professor, this book features a selection of poems from some of the most celebrated poets in English literature, including Geoffrey Chaucer, William Shakespeare, John Donne, John Milton, William Wordsworth, Percy Bysshe Shelley, and Rudyard Kipling.The book is organized chronologically, allowing readers to trace the evolution of English poetry over time. It begins with Chaucer's Middle English masterpiece, The Canterbury Tales, and ends with Kipling's Victorian-era ballads and narrative poems. Along the way, readers will encounter a diverse range of poetic styles and themes, from Shakespeare's sonnets to Milton's epic Paradise Lost, from Wordsworth's Romantic odes to Shelley's visionary lyrics.Each poem is accompanied by a brief introduction that provides historical and literary context, as well as critical analysis and interpretation. This makes the book an ideal resource for students of English literature, as well as for general readers who want to deepen their understanding and appreciation of poetry.Overall, English Poems From Chaucer To Kipling is a rich and rewarding anthology that showcases the breadth and depth of English poetry. It is a must-read for anyone who loves poetry and wants to explore the rich tradition of English verse.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.