Homage to John Dryden: Three Essays on Poetry of the Seventeenth Century by Eliot

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Author Eliot, T. S. (Thomas Stearns), 1888-1965
LoC No. 25014504
Title Homage to John Dryden: Three Essays on Poetry of the Seventeenth Century
Series Title [The Hogarth Essays no. 4]
Note Reading ease score: 52.9 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read.
Contents John Dryden -- The metaphysical poets -- Andrew Marvell.
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Summary "Homage to John Dryden: Three Essays on Poetry of the Seventeenth Century" by Eliot is a collection of critical essays written in the early 20th century. The book examines the poetry of the seventeenth century, focusing particularly on John Dryden, the metaphysical poets, and Andrew Marvell. It explores the elegance, dignity, and unique qualities of poetry from this era, contrasting it with the popular verse of later periods. In these essays, Eliot seeks to revive appreciation for John Dryden's work, arguing that his genius extends beyond satire to a profound mastery of language that has often been overlooked. He discusses the characteristics of metaphysical poetry, particularly the complex interplay of ideas and emotions that defined poets like John Donne and Andrew Marvell. Through insightful analysis, Eliot highlights the sophistication and relevance of seventeenth-century poetry, emphasizing its contributions to the broader trajectory of English literature and calling for a renewed understanding of its merits. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class PR: Language and Literatures: English literature
Subject English poetry -- Early modern, 1500-1700 -- History and criticism
Subject Great Britain -- Intellectual life -- 17th century
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EBook-No. 63547
Release Date
Most Recently Updated Oct 29, 2020
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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