Publisher's Synopsis
Stephen Hawes' ""The Pastime of Pleasure"" is an allegorical poem that was written around the year 1506. This work is a critical introduction to a proposed new edition of the text, written by Eugene Adrian Burkart and published in 1899. The poem is a complex work of literature that explores themes of love, morality, and the pursuit of pleasure. It tells the story of a knight named Graunde Amoure who embarks on a journey to find the goddess Lady Grace, who represents the ultimate source of pleasure and happiness. Along the way, he encounters a variety of allegorical figures, including characters who represent virtues and vices. The poem is notable for its intricate symbolism and its use of elaborate imagery to convey its themes. Burkart's critical introduction provides readers with a deeper understanding of the poem's historical and literary context, as well as its significance as a work of art. Overall, ""The Pastime of Pleasure"" is a fascinating and challenging work of literature that offers insights into the culture and values of the Renaissance era.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.