Theatrum Poetarum: Or A Complete Collection Of The Poets (1675)

By Edward Phillips

Book Overview

Theatrum Poetarum: Or A Complete Collection Of The Poets is a book written by Edward Phillips in 1675. It is a comprehensive anthology of English poets from the medieval period to the 17th century. The book includes the works of well-known poets such as William Shakespeare, John Milton, and Ben Jonson, as well as lesser-known poets who were popular during their time. Phillips provides a brief biography of each poet and a selection of their works. The book is divided into several sections, including epic poetry, pastoral poetry, and lyric poetry. Theatrum Poetarum was one of the first anthologies of English poetry and was highly influential in shaping the canon of English literature. It remains a valuable resource for scholars and enthusiasts of English poetry.Together With A Prefatory Discourse Of The Poets And Poetry In General.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: 1165683539
• ISBN13: 9781165683536
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 296 Pages
• Weight: 1.48 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.6" x 8.3" x 11.0"