Originally published in 1861, "Palgrave's Golden Treasury" stands as a testament to the richness of our finest native poetic writing. As well as presenting work by such poets as Shakespeare, Wordsworth, Tennyson and Betjeman, this edition also covers post-World War II poetry.
This edition, based on careful study of the manuscript sources, includes every poem, verse drama, and fragment known to have been written by Keats. A commentary by Buxton Forman on the early printed editions, a chronology of Keat's life, and a note on the wealth of manuscript material complete the authoritative text.
An anthology of songs and lyrics in English verse, with selections from 1550 to the early twentieth century, "arranged to show the growth and unity of the English poetic tradition."
A collection of poetry inspired by the seaside town of Lyme Regis and its surrounding landscape, A Lyme Garland is a celebration of the natural beauty and historic charm of English coastal towns. Palgrave's vivid imagery and evocative language make this a must-read for poetry lovers and fans of the English countryside.
In the 1860s, Francis Turner Palgrave set out to collect the finest English lyrical poems in one volume. What he created was The Golden Treasury, an instant classic of verse anthologies. Over the last century, it has withstood the test of time as an immensely popular collection--becomingvirtually synonymous with English verse for generations of readers. Now available in a new edition for the first time in thirty years, The Golden Treasury is as delightful as ever, offering old classics together with the finest works of our own time. Here you can find priceless gems by Shakespeare, Byron, Tennyson, Yeats, and other immortal lights of literature.This new edition also serves as a map to the changing landscape of today's British verse, presenting outstanding poetry by both famous and lesser-known writers of Ireland and Great Britain: Seamus Heaney, Sylvia Plath, Fleur Adcock, Carol Ann Duffy, Douglas Dunn, Gavin Ewart, Tony Harrison,Elizabeth Jennings, Derek Mahon, Peter Porter, Carol Rumens, Anne Stevenson, and Hugo Williams, among others. Editor John Press is himself an accomplished poet and translator, and was editor of the previous edition, thus ensuring that the spirit of the original Golden Treasury is preserved. Theresult is a marvelous collection of British verse--a source of unexpected delights and old favorites alike.
This antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the original, preserving its historical significance despite potential imperfections like marks and flawed pages. The publication aims to protect and promote cultural literature, offering a modern edition that remains faithful to the original work.
Delve into the world of English poetry with this comprehensive companion to Palgrave's Golden Treasury. With detailed analyses of poems, historical context, and biographical information about the poets, this book is an essential resource for anyone studying or teaching English literature. Perfect for students, academics, and lovers of poetry.