The Poems of William Herbert, Third Earl of Pembroke
A collection of poems by a pivotal figure in the literary culture of Stuart England.
The Poems of William Herbert, Third Earl of Pembroke highlights the literary and political contributions of William Herbert, a significant figure in Stuart England's cultural scene. This collection features poetry written for various social occasions, whether as a debate with a friend, a seduction or apology to a beloved, or in support of a deceased political ally.
Beyond the poems themselves, this volume includes an introduction, detailed notes, and additional apparatus that delve into the networks in which these poems circulated. It explores the interpretive contexts suggested in miscellanies and presents alternative readings through scribal variants. Furthermore, the book includes five contemporary musical settings, offering a unique perspective on Herbert's work.
A collection of poems by a pivotal figure in the literary culture of Stuart England.
The Poems of William Herbert, Third Earl of Pembroke highlights the literary and political contributions of William Herbert, a significant figure in Stuart England's cultural scene. This collection features poetry written for various social occasions, whether as a debate with a friend, a seduction or apology to a beloved, or in support of a deceased political ally.
Beyond the poems themselves, this volume includes an introduction, detailed notes, and additional apparatus that delve into the networks in which these poems circulated. It explores the interpretive contexts suggested in miscellanies and presents alternative readings through scribal variants. Furthermore, the book includes five contemporary musical settings, offering a unique perspective on Herbert's work.
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A collection of poems by a pivotal figure in the literary culture of Stuart England.
The Poems of William Herbert, Third Earl of Pembroke highlights the literary and political contributions of William Herbert, a significant figure in Stuart England's cultural scene. This collection features poetry written for various social occasions, whether as a debate with a friend, a seduction or apology to a beloved, or in support of a deceased political ally.
Beyond the poems themselves, this volume includes an introduction, detailed notes, and additional apparatus that delve into the networks in which these poems circulated. It explores the interpretive contexts suggested in miscellanies and presents alternative readings through scribal variants. Furthermore, the book includes five contemporary musical settings, offering a unique perspective on Herbert's work.
