The Poetical Works Of George Sandys V2

By George Sandys

Book Overview

The Poetical Works Of George Sandys V2 is a book that contains the complete collection of poems written by George Sandys. Sandys was an English traveler, poet, and colonial administrator who lived in the 16th and 17th centuries. He is best known for his translation of Ovid's Metamorphoses, which was widely read and admired in his time.This book is the second volume of Sandys' poetic works and includes a variety of poems on different themes, such as love, nature, and religion. The poems are written in a variety of styles, including sonnets, ballads, and epigrams.The book also includes an introduction that provides an overview of Sandys' life and work, as well as a discussion of his place in the literary tradition of his time. The introduction also provides some historical context for Sandys' poetry, including information about the political and cultural climate of the time.Overall, The Poetical Works Of George Sandys V2 is a comprehensive collection of the works of an important English poet and traveler. It is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of English literature or the cultural and political context of the 16th and 17th centuries.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: 116310213X
• ISBN13: 9781163102138
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 320 Pages
• Weight: 0.95 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.7" x 6.0" x 9.0"