| Author |
Breton, Nicholas, 1544-1626? |
| Author |
Browne, William, 1590-1645? |
| Author |
Wither, George, 1588-1667 |
| Editor |
Kempling, William Bailey, 1869- |
| Title |
Pastoral Poems by Nicholas Breton, Selected Poetry by George Wither, and Pastoral Poetry by William Browne (of Tavistock)
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 78.8 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
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| Credits |
Produced by Irma Spehar, Ralf Stephan and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive/Canadian Libraries)
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| Summary |
"Pastoral Poems by Nicholas Breton, Selected Poetry by George Wither, and…" is a collection of pastoral poetry published in the early 20th century, specifically in 1906. This anthology features works from three notable poets: Nicholas Breton, George Wither, and William Browne, each contributing their unique perspectives to the pastoral tradition that flourished during the late Renaissance and early Stuart eras. The poems explore themes of love, nature, and beauty, capturing the idyllic rural life characteristic of the pastoral genre. The collection begins with Breton’s lyrical expressions of longing and nature, where he reflects on the joys and sorrows of love amidst pastoral settings. Wither’s selections delve into the power of poetry itself, celebrating its ability to transcend temporal concerns and evoke deep emotions. Browne's contributions further enrich the anthology with vivid imagery of the English landscape and the gentle rhythms of nature, showcasing the interconnectedness of human emotion and the natural world. Together, these poets create a harmonious tapestry that invites readers to reflect on the beauty and complexities of pastoral life and romantic love. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
English |
| LoC Class |
PR: Language and Literatures: English literature
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| Subject |
English poetry -- Early modern, 1500-1700
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
22001 |
| Release Date |
Jul 6, 2007 |
| Most Recently Updated |
Jan 2, 2021 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
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