Poetical Rhapsody, Vol. 2 (Classic Reprint) - Hardcover

Francis Davison

9780365121015: Poetical Rhapsody, Vol. 2 (Classic Reprint)

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ISBN 10: 0365121010 ISBN 13: 9780365121015

Publisher: Forgotten Books, 2018

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Poetical Rhapsody, Vol. 2 collects a wide range of early modern verse and related materials.

This edition presents scores of sonnets, odes, madrigals, and dialogues, alongside translations and original poetry from Francis Davison and others. It also includes introductions and notes that frame the poems and their reception.

Framed by Davison’s editorial voice, the volume blends lyric poetry with literary miscellany, offering a window into the period’s poetic forms, tastes, and wit. The contents span love lyrics, classical echoes, and occasional moral reflections, with numerous pieces attributed to contemporaries such as Thomas Campion and Charles Best, among others.
What you’ll experience

A broad sampler of early modern verse, from intimate love sonnets to contemplative odes
Translations and adaptations, including psalms and classical pieces
Editorial notes and additions that illuminate the era’s literary culture
A mix of original poems and collaborative or attributed works across sections

Ideal for readers of early English poetry, literary history, and those exploring the social world of Renaissance verse. This edition is a rich resource for students, collectors, and curious readers alike.

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