Estimations In Criticism V1: Poets And Poetry (1908)

By Walter Bagehot

Book Overview

Estimations in Criticism V1: Poets and Poetry is a book written by Walter Bagehot and published in 1908. The book is a collection of essays and articles written by Bagehot on various poets and their works. The poets discussed in the book include William Wordsworth, Samuel Taylor Coleridge, John Keats, Percy Bysshe Shelley, and Lord Byron, among others. Bagehot's essays provide insightful and thought-provoking analyses of the poets' works, examining their themes, styles, and literary techniques. He also delves into the historical and cultural context in which the poets wrote, shedding light on the social and political issues of their time. The book is divided into two parts, with the first part focusing on the Romantic poets and the second part on the Victorian poets. Bagehot's writing style is engaging and accessible, making the book an enjoyable read for both literary scholars and casual readers. Overall, Estimations in Criticism V1: Poets and Poetry is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the study of English literature and the works of some of the greatest poets in history.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: 1120617898
• ISBN13: 9781120617897
• Release Date: November 2009
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 292 Pages
• Weight: 0.87 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.6" x 6.0" x 9.0"