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A collection of classic poems that provides an accessible introduction to John Donne's poetry. Printed in a high quality, cloth edition this volume in the Crane Classics makes an attractive gift.

Each book in this established series contains the full and complete text, and is designed to motivate and encourage students who may be writing on these challenging writers for the first time. It contains useful notes to add depth and knowledge to students' understanding, comments... Read Full Overview

A new selection spanning the breadth of Donne s verse One of England s preeminent poets, John Donne s poems are among the most passionate, profound, and spiritual in the English language. This rich representation reflects the wide diversity of his poetry. From such witty items... Read Full Overview

Though his reputation has suffered periodic eclipses, it has increased steadily since the publication in 1633 of Poems By J.D. With Elegies On the Author's Death . The 20th century, however, was remarkable for the broadening and deepening of interest in his work. A poet of love... Read Full Overview

Split into three main sections: Songs and Sonnets, Elegies, and Religious Poetry, this selection of poetry is accompanied by illustrations from the seventeenth century, which highlight the themes of the poems.

Though his reputation has suffered periodic eclipses, it has increased steadily since the publication in 1633 of Poems By J.D. With Elegies On the Author's Death . The 20th century, however, was remarkable for the broadening and deepening of interest in his work. A poet of love... Read Full Overview