A Thousand And One Gems Of English Poetry (1869) - Charles Mackay - Bog

A Thousand And One Gems Of English Poetry, first published in 1869, is a comprehensive collection of poems compiled by Scottish poet and journalist Charles Mackay. The book features poems from various eras and genres, including romantic, pastoral, and epic poetry. The poems are arranged thematically, covering topics such as love, nature, war, and patriotism. The collection includes works by renowned poets such as William Shakespeare, John Milton, William Wordsworth, Samuel Taylor Coleridge, and Percy Bysshe Shelley, as well as lesser-known poets. Each poem is accompanied by a brief introduction that provides context and background information. The book is considered a valuable resource for students of English literature and poetry enthusiasts alike, offering a rich and diverse selection of some of the finest examples of English poetry.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.