Metaphysical Poetry

Erscheinungsjahr 2002
ISBN: 978-0-521-78960-8
Verlag: Cambridge University Press

Buch, Englisch, 132 Seiten, Format (B × H): 152 mm x 229 mm, Gewicht: 203 g

Reihe: Cambridge Contexts in Literature

Critical introductions to a range of literary topics and genres. The emotional power and intellectual challenge of metaphysical poetry are such that it still appeals to modern readers. This book looks at the many ways in which readers at different times have read metaphysical poetry, suggesting approaches for readers today.

Autoren/Hrsg.

Willmott, Richard

Smart, John

Bickley, Pamela

Brinton, Ian

Siddall, Stephen

Barlow, Adrian

Inhaltsverzeichnis

Introduction; Chronology; 1. The historical and cultural background; 2. Approaching the poems; 3. Texts and extracts; 4. Critical approaches to the poetry; 5. How to write about metaphysical poetry; 6. Resources.