{"product_id":"the-prelude-to-poetry-the-english-poets-in-defence-and-praise-of-their-own-art-9781025919683","title":"The Prelude to Poetry: The English Poets in Defence and Praise of Their Own Art","description":"\u003cp\u003e • Author(s): Dent\u003cbr\u003e • Publisher: Tradd Street Press\u003cbr\u003e • Publisher Imprint: Tradd Street Press\u003cbr\u003e • BISAC: Poetry\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\"The Prelude to Poetry: The English Poets in Defence and Praise of Their Own Art\" is a profound collection of seminal essays, letters, and manifestos written by the most distinguished voices in the English literary tradition. This anthology serves as a comprehensive exploration of the theory and philosophy behind the craft of verse, offering a unique opportunity to witness the great masters as they articulate the purpose, power, and technique of their own medium. From the intellectual rigors of the Renaissance to the passionate declarations of the Romantic era, these writings provide an invaluable look at the evolution of poetic thought.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe volume includes influential works where poets defend the necessity of the imagination and the moral and social value of literature. By gathering these fundamental texts, the work highlights the recurring themes and shifting perspectives that have defined English poetics across centuries. Readers will find deep insights into the creative process and the enduring struggle to capture truth and beauty through language. This collection remains an essential resource for students of literature, critics, and anyone who seeks a deeper understanding of the heart of the poetic arts. \"The Prelude to Poetry\" is a timeless tribute to the enduring legacy of the written word and the visionary artists who shaped it.\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":47778451849367,"sku":"9781025919683","price":3077.0,"currency_code":"INR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0666\/3471\/1191\/files\/9781025919683.webp?v=1778028488","url":"https:\/\/atlanticbooks.com\/products\/the-prelude-to-poetry-the-english-poets-in-defence-and-praise-of-their-own-art-9781025919683","provider":"Atlantic Books","version":"1.0","type":"link"}