An Essay On The Application Of Natural History To Poetry (1777)

By John Aikin and John Aitkin

Book Overview

An Essay On The Application Of Natural History To Poetry is a book written by John Aitkin and first published in 1777. The book explores the relationship between natural history and poetry, arguing that the study of the natural world can provide inspiration and subject matter for poets. Aitkin discusses the importance of observation and description in both natural history and poetry, and examines the ways in which poets have drawn on the natural world throughout history. The book also includes examples of poems that incorporate natural history themes, as well as discussions of the role of metaphor and symbolism in poetry. Overall, An Essay On The Application Of Natural History To Poetry is a thought-provoking exploration of the connections between science and art, and a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of poetry or the natural world.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: 1436771471
• ISBN13: 9781436771474
• Release Date: June 2008
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 164 Pages
• Weight: 0.50 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.3" x 6.0" x 9.0"