Davison's Poetical Rhapsody, Vol. 1 (Classic Reprint) - Softcover

Francis Davison

 
9780259355434: Davison's Poetical Rhapsody, Vol. 1 (Classic Reprint)

Synopsis

This book is an invaluable collection of poetry from the late Elizabethan era, an exciting period of literary innovation. It draws on both published and unpublished writings and includes many poems not found in other contemporary anthologies. The author, Francis Davison, was not only a talented poet himself but also the eldest son of Elizabeth I's Secretary of State. The book provides a fascinating insight into the literary tastes and preoccupations of the time, including the influence of the court of Elizabeth. It also offers a unique glimpse into the personal and political intrigues of the period through the lens of poetry. This book is essential reading for anyone interested in Elizabethan literature or the history of the period.

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