The poetry produced by the British poets of the 17th and 18th
centuries is considered to be among the best ever written. But many
general readers feel intimidated by the language or structure of
the poetry, and so tend to shy away from enjoying these poets and
their works. Nelson takes readers on a tour of the major works and
figures of 17th- and 18th-century British poetry, explaining major
themes, devices, styles, language, rhythm, sound, tone, imagery,
form, and meaning. Beginning each chapter with a sketch of the
poet's life and career, the author then looks at five or six
representative works, helping readers understand and appreciate the
beauty of poetry itself. From Donne and Jonson, to Pope, Swift, and
Burns, the book offers excerpts of the poetry these artists
crafted, and carefully examines the various attributes that have
helped to establish them as some of the greatest of all time.
Writing in clear, accessible language, Nelson also introduces
general poetry terms to the novice, providing examples and
explanations where necessary. Readers will no longer feel
intimidated by "difficult poetry." Instead, they will walk away
with the tools they need to read, understand, and appreciate these
titans of British letters.
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