English Romantics Major Poetry and Critical Theory - Softcover

Mahoney, John L.

Softcover

ISBN 10: 066905240X ISBN 13: 9780669052404

Publisher: D C Heath & Co, 1982

Synopsis

This valuable anthology of works by major English Romantic poets offers readers a collection of representative Romantic literature as well as critical texts by major spokesmen of the movement in England. The editor places emphasis on the major achievements of the poets and critics of the age in order to give readers a sense of the main directions of the Romantic movement. A major portion of the book is devoted to the works of the writers. Wherever feasible, complete texts of the poetry and criticism have been included. A general introductory essay sets the necessary background for the writers included. The volume ends with twenty-one contemporary critical essays on the Romantics and on the period in general.

About this title

From the Author:

"My great hope is that the selections are such that the many and varied facets of the Romantic spirit, its deep faith in man's spirit, its elevation of the imagination and emotions, its great confidence in the power of nature, will be seen and that through them the reader will come to a fuller understanding and appreciation of a great age in English literary history."

About this edition

• Publisher: D C Heath & Co
• Publication date: 1982
• ISBN 10: 066905240X
• ISBN 13: 9780669052404
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 828