Certain Elegies Done By Sundry Excellent Wits: With Satires And Epigrams (1620)

By Henry Fitzgeffrey

Book Overview

Certain Elegies Done By Sundry Excellent Wits: With Satires And Epigrams is a book of poetry written by Henry Fitzgeffrey and published in 1620. The book contains a collection of elegies, satires, and epigrams, which are short, witty poems that often criticize society or individuals. The elegies in the book are mournful poems that lament the loss of someone or something, while the satires and epigrams are more critical and often use humor to make their point. The book is a reflection of the literary style and social attitudes of the early 17th century, and provides a glimpse into the political and cultural climate of the time. Fitzgeffrey's writing is known for its wit and clever wordplay, and his work has been praised for its ability to capture the spirit of the era. Certain Elegies Done By Sundry Excellent Wits: With Satires And Epigrams is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of English literature and the social and political history of the early modern period.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: 1165897466
• ISBN13: 9781165897469
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 124 Pages
• Weight: 0.39 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.3" x 6.0" x 9.0"