The Courtly Poets From Raleigh To Montrose

The Courtly Poets From Raleigh To Montrose is a book written by John Hannah that explores the lives and works of courtly poets during the Elizabethan and Jacobean eras in England. The book begins with an introduction to the courtly culture of the time, including the elaborate social hierarchy and the importance of poetry in courtly life. The author then delves into the lives and works of prominent courtly poets such as Sir Walter Raleigh, Thomas Campion, John Donne, and Robert Herrick. Each poet's background, literary style, and contributions to courtly poetry are discussed in detail. The book also examines the political and cultural context in which these poets wrote, including the influence of the Reformation and the tumultuous reigns of Elizabeth I and James I. Overall, The Courtly Poets From Raleigh To Montrose provides a comprehensive and insightful look into the world of courtly poetry during a fascinating period in English history.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.