The Sonnet In French Literature And The Development Of The French Sonnet Form (1897)

The Sonnet In French Literature And The Development Of The French Sonnet Form (1897) is a scholarly work by Everett Ward Olmsted that explores the history and evolution of the sonnet in French literature. The book provides a detailed analysis of the French sonnet form, tracing its origins back to the troubadour poets of the Middle Ages and examining its development through the Renaissance and the Romantic era. Olmsted also discusses the various styles and themes of French sonnets, including love, nature, and politics, and highlights the contributions of notable French poets such as Francois Villon, Pierre de Ronsard, and Charles Baudelaire. The book is a valuable resource for scholars and students of French literature, as well as anyone interested in the history and evolution of poetic forms.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.