Edmund Spenser: An Essay on Renaissance Poetry
Author:   W. L. Renwick
Publisher:   Taylor & Francis Ltd
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9781041250456


Pages:   208
Publication Date:   17 February 2026
Format:   Hardback
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Edmund Spenser: An Essay on Renaissance Poetry


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First published in 1925, Edmund Spenser is a scholarly examination of Edmund Spenser's contributions to Renaissance literature. Renwick delves into Spenser's poetic artistry, exploring his major works, including The Faerie Queene, and their significance within the cultural and intellectual context of the Elizabethan era. The book analyzes Spenser's use of allegory, his innovative approach to language and form, and his influence on the development of English poetry. Renwick's essay remains a valuable resource for understanding Spenser's role in shaping Renaissance poetry and his enduring literary legacy.

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Author:   W. L. Renwick
Publisher:   Taylor & Francis Ltd
Imprint:   Routledge
ISBN:  

9781041250456


ISBN 10:   1041250452
Pages:   208
Publication Date:   17 February 2026
Audience:   College/higher education ,  Tertiary & Higher Education
Format:   Hardback
Publisher's Status:   Forthcoming
Availability:   Not yet available   Availability explained
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Table of Contents

Introduction 1. The New Poetry of the Sixteenth Century 2. The Kinds of Poetry 3. Style and Language 4. Verse and Metre 5. Imitation; Matter; Allegory 6. Philosophy 7. ‘The Prince of Poets in His Tyme’ Appendix Index

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