
Palgrave's Golden Treasury of the Best Songs and Lyrical Poems in the English Language is probably the most famous poetry anthology ever compiled. Originally published in 1861, it quickly established itself as the most popular selection of English poems. Today it stands as a testament to the richness of our finest native poetic writing from Spenser, Shakespeare, and Wordsworth, to Tennyson, Yeats, Eliot, and Betjeman.This edition includes a sixth book, prepared by John Press, which covers the post-war years, showing that the lyrical tradition remains strong. Over ninety poets are included, from Dylan Thomas, George Mackay Brown, Ted Hughes, and Philip Larkin to Carol Ann Duffy, Elizabeth Garrett and Simon Armitage.
This anthology investigates the evolution and enduring quality of English lyrical poetry from the Elizabethan era through the late twentieth century. Francis T. Palgrave, a Victorian critic and poet, established the original framework for this collection in 1861, prioritizing lyrical excellence and emotional resonance. John Press later expanded this scope to include post-war developments, ensuring the collection reflects the continuity of the English poetic tradition across several centuries.
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Experts recognize this anthology as a foundational text for understanding the canon of English lyrical poetry. Readers frequently note the historical significance of the collection as a standard reference for students and enthusiasts of the genre.
Page Count:
720
Publication Date:
2002-12-12
ISBN-10:
0192803697
ISBN-13:
9780192803696
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