ISBN: 9781331223078 - corn from olde fieldes: an anthology of english poems from the xiv to the xvii th century; with biographical notes (classic reprint) (3 risultati)

PAP. Condizione: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

PAP. Condizione: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

Paperback. Condizione: New. Print on Demand. This book brings together a diverse collection of poems from medieval through early modern England. The verses trace the evolution of the English language, from its Anglo-Saxon beginnings to the rich complexity of the Elizabethan era. The author displays a keen understanding of the historical and literary context of each poem, offering illuminating commentary alongside the verse. Themes of love, death, religion, and the human experience emerge, explored with depth and sensitivity. These are works that capture the essence of English literature, offering a fascinating glimpse into the beliefs, values, and aspirations of a bygone age. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item.…