Publisher's Synopsis
""The Political and Ecclesiastical Allegory of the First Book of the Faerie Queene"" is a scholarly work by Frederick Morgan Padelford, first published in 1911. The book is an analysis of the allegorical themes and political and religious symbolism in the first book of Edmund Spenser's epic poem ""The Faerie Queene"". Padelford examines the complex allegory of the poem, which uses fantastical characters and events to explore political and religious issues of Spenser's time. He delves into the historical context of the poem, including the religious conflicts between Protestants and Catholics in Elizabethan England, and the political tensions surrounding the reign of Queen Elizabeth I. The book provides a detailed analysis of the characters and events in the first book of ""The Faerie Queene"", including the Redcrosse Knight, Una, and the dragon. Padelford explores the religious symbolism of the poem, including its references to the Bible and Christian theology, and the political allegory, which reflects Spenser's views on the role of the monarch and the need for unity in England. Overall, ""The Political and Ecclesiastical Allegory of the First Book of the Faerie Queene"" is a comprehensive and insightful study of one of the most important works of English literature. It offers a deeper understanding of the complex allegory and symbolism of the poem, and its historical and cultural 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.
