A scholarly edition of Samuel Daniel’s enduring verse and prose for readers of classical English literature, with careful notes and a faithful text.
This volume gathers Daniel’s memorial introduction, biographical sketches, and inedited introductory poems, along with sonnets to Delia, the The Complaint of Rosamond, and the Letter From Octavia to Marcus Antonius. It presents the unmutilated text, notes on variants, and contextual commentary that illuminate Daniel’s place in early modern poetry and his influence on later writers. The edition aims to preserve the author’s voice while guiding modern readers through historical references and literary allusions.
What you’ll experience
- Unaltered texts with scholarly apparatus explaining textual choices
- Biographical material offering context for Daniel’s life and work
- Introductory poems and key works that showcase his range
- A critical framework connecting Daniel to broader literary history
Ideal for students, scholars, and readers who want a reliable, reference-ready edition of a pivotal Elizabethan poet.