Spenser's Faerie Queene, Vol. 3 of 6: Contayning the Legend of Britomartis or of Chastity

By Edmund Spenser

Book Overview

The Faerie Queene V3 is an epic poem written by Edmund Spenser and first published in 1590. This particular edition was published in 1758 and is the third volume of the work. The poem is a complex allegory that tells the story of several knights who embark on various quests to serve the Faerie Queene, who represents Queen Elizabeth I of England. Each knight represents a different virtue, such as Holiness, Temperance, and Chastity, and they encounter various challenges and enemies along the way. The poem is written in a unique and intricate style, with Spenser's use of language and imagery often requiring careful analysis and interpretation. This edition includes notes and commentary to help readers navigate the complex themes and symbolism of the work. The Faerie Queene V3 is a classic of English literature and a landmark of the Renaissance era.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1164048449
• ISBN13: 9781164048442
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 508 Pages
• Weight: 1.48 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.0" x 6.0" x 9.0"