{"product_id":"rejected-addresses-or-the-new-theatrum-poetarum-9781025944715","title":"Rejected Addresses or the New Theatrum Poetarum","description":"\u003cp\u003e • Author(s): A. Boyles\u003cbr\u003e • Publisher: Tradd Street Press\u003cbr\u003e • Publisher Imprint: Tradd Street Press\u003cbr\u003e • BISAC: Form - Parodies\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e\"Rejected Addresses or the New Theatrum Poetarum\"\u003c\/b\u003e stands as one of the most celebrated collections of literary parodies in the English language. Conceived as a humorous response to a genuine competition held by the Drury Lane Theatre committee to find an address to be spoken at the theater's reopening in 1812, this work presents a series of fictitious \"rejected\" entries. Each piece brilliantly mimics the distinct styles, idiosyncrasies, and thematic preoccupations of the most prominent poets of the Romantic era.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe collection features masterful imitations of literary giants such as Lord Byron, Sir Walter Scott, William Wordsworth, and Samuel Taylor Coleridge. The authors capture the essence of these figures with both wit and technical precision, offering a satirical yet appreciative look at the poetic landscape of the early nineteenth century. \u003cb\u003e\"Rejected Addresses\"\u003c\/b\u003e is more than just a display of clever mimicry; it is a sharp piece of literary criticism that explores the tropes and affectations of the age. Its enduring popularity lies in its ability to entertain while providing deep insight into the stylistic nuances of the period's greatest writers. This work remains an essential volume for readers interested in the history of English satire and the vibrant literary culture of the Romantic period.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis 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 may 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAs 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.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Tradd Street Press","offers":[{"title":"Hardcover","offer_id":47778160312471,"sku":"9781025944715","price":2946.0,"currency_code":"INR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0666\/3471\/1191\/files\/9781025944715.webp?v=1778025898","url":"https:\/\/atlanticbooks.com\/products\/rejected-addresses-or-the-new-theatrum-poetarum-9781025944715","provider":"Atlantic Books","version":"1.0","type":"link"}