The Oxford Book Of English Verse, 1250-1900 Part 1 (1902)

The Oxford Book of English Verse, 1250-1900 Part 1 is a comprehensive anthology of English poetry compiled by Arthur Thomas Quiller-Couch. First published in 1902, this book features a diverse range of poems from the medieval era to the Victorian period. The collection includes works from well-known poets like William Shakespeare, John Milton, William Wordsworth, and Alfred Lord Tennyson, as well as lesser-known poets. The book is divided into several sections, each covering a particular period in English literary history. Part 1 covers the period from 1250 to 1650, including the works of Chaucer, Spenser, and Shakespeare. The book also includes informative introductions to each section, providing historical context and literary analysis. This anthology is considered a classic in English literature and a must-read for poetry lovers and scholars alike.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.