The Critics Of Edmund Spenser (1911) (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9780548850169)

The Critics of Edmund Spenser is a book written by Herbert Ellsworth Cory, first published in 1911. The book is a critical analysis of the works of Edmund Spenser, one of the most celebrated poets of the Elizabethan era. The author examines the reception of Spenser's poetry by his contemporaries and later critics, including Samuel Johnson and Matthew Arnold. Cory delves into the controversies surrounding Spenser's works, including the criticisms of his language, his use of allegory, and his depiction of women. The book also explores Spenser's influence on later writers, such as John Milton and William Wordsworth. The Critics of Edmund Spenser is a valuable resource for scholars and students of English literature, providing a comprehensive overview of the critical response to one of the most important poets in the English language.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.

Author: Herbert Ellsworth Cory
ISBN-10: 054885016X
ISBN-13: 9780548850169
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 02/21/2008
Pages: 104
Format: Paperback
Weight: 0.36lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.25d