The Makers Of English Poetry (1906) - William James Dawson - Bog

""The Makers of English Poetry"" is a historical and critical analysis of English poetry from the early medieval period to the 19th century. Written by William James Dawson and first published in 1906, the book features biographical sketches of major poets, including Chaucer, Shakespeare, Milton, Wordsworth, and Tennyson, among others. Dawson provides an in-depth exploration of the cultural and literary contexts that influenced the poets' works, as well as their individual styles and contributions to the English poetic tradition. The book also includes a comprehensive bibliography of works cited and recommended further reading. This classic work is an essential resource for anyone interested in the history and evolution 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.