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The Oxford Book of English Verse: 1250-1900
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ISBN13: 9781025892276
Publisher: Tradd Street Press
Published: Feb 14 2026
Pages: 1108
Weight: 3.34
Height: 2.17 Width: 6.14 Depth: 9.21
Language: English
The Oxford Book of English Verse 1250-1900 is one of the most significant and influential anthologies in the history of English literature. Compiled and edited by the distinguished scholar Arthur Quiller-Couch, this comprehensive volume traces the development of English poetry over nearly seven centuries. Spanning from the medieval period to the close of the nineteenth century, the collection serves as a definitive record of the English poetic tradition, capturing its changing forms, moods, and thematic concerns.
The anthology includes a vast array of works from the most celebrated figures in literary history, including William Shakespeare, John Milton, John Keats, and Alfred Lord Tennyson, while also highlighting essential pieces from lesser-known poets. Quiller-Couch's selection emphasizes lyrical excellence and emotional depth, offering readers a panoramic view of the English language's capacity for beauty and expression. Ranging from romantic sonnets and epic fragments to pastoral elegies and Victorian ballads, the work remains an essential resource for students, scholars, and lovers of verse. The Oxford Book of English Verse 1250-1900 stands as a monumental tribute to the enduring power and richness of the English literary heritage.
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