Publisher's Synopsis
The Book of Restoration Verse V2 is a collection of poems edited by William Stanley Braithwaite. The book is a sequel to the first volume and focuses on the poetry of the Restoration period in England, which spanned from 1660 to 1688. The collection includes works by well-known poets of the time, such as John Dryden, Alexander Pope, and Samuel Butler, as well as lesser-known poets. The poems cover a range of themes, including love, politics, religion, and satire. The book also includes an introduction by Braithwaite, providing context and background information on the poets and the period in which they wrote. The Book of Restoration Verse V2 is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the poetry of the Restoration era and its literary and historical significance.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.