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This collection, ""Poems By The Earl Of Roscommon,"" showcases the poetic works of Wentworth Dillon, the Earl of Roscommon, a significant figure in 17th-century English literature. Accompanied by ""An Essay On Poetry,"" this volume offers insights into the Earl's poetic philosophy and the literary standards of his time. The inclusion of works by John Sheffield, Duke of Buckingham, and Richard Duke further enriches the collection, providing a broader perspective on the poetic landscape of the era. Roscommon's poems reflect the classical influences and intellectual currents that shaped his writing. His ""Essay On Poetry"" elucidates his views on poetic composition and the importance of reason and judgment in artistic creation. This volume offers a valuable resource for scholars and enthusiasts interested in 17th-century English poetry and literary criticism, providing a window into the artistic and intellectual milieu of the period. This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you will see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work. This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.

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