The Book of English Elegies

By W.F. March Phillipps

Book Overview

The Book of English Elegies is a collection of poems edited by W. F. March Phillipps. The book features elegies written by prominent English poets such as John Milton, William Wordsworth, Alfred Lord Tennyson, and many others. Elegies are poems that express sorrow and mourning for the dead, and this collection covers a wide range of themes and emotions related to loss, including grief, love, and remembrance. The book is organized thematically, with sections dedicated to elegies for family members, friends, and famous figures. The editor provides an introduction to each poem, offering context and analysis to enhance the reader's understanding and appreciation. The Book of English Elegies is a moving and profound tribute to the power of poetry to capture the complexities of human emotion and the enduring impact of loss.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: 1163240575
• ISBN13: 9781163240571
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 330 Pages
• Weight: 0.97 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.7" x 9.0" x 6.0"