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LoC No.: 67010177
Title: Poems (1686)
Credits:
Produced by David Starner, Paul Marshall and the Online
Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net
Summary: "Poems" by Anne Killigrew is a collection of poetry written in the late 17th century. The work serves as a testament to Killigrew's talents as both a poet and a painter, capturing the essence of life in the Restoration court. This collection encompasses themes of virtue, beauty, love, and the human condition, reflecting on her experiences and the societal context of her era. The opening of "Poems" introduces readers to the compelling tribute that John Dryden wrote in honor of Killigrew's work, emphasizing her unique combination of beauty and wit. It provides a brief overview of Killigrew's life, her connection to the court, and the impact of her poetry, which, while not widely recognized today, merits serious examination. The introduction sets the stage for a collection that delves into personal reflections on life, morality, and art, inviting readers to explore the profound insights of a prominent yet overlooked figure in literature. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Reading Level: Reading ease score: 72.8 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
Author: Killigrew, Anne, 1660-1685
Contributor: Morton, Richard Everett, 1930-
EBook No.: 41076
Published: Oct 16, 2012
Downloads: 90
Language: English
Subject: English poetry -- Early modern, 1500-1700
LoCC: Language and Literatures: English literature
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.
This edition has images.
LoC No.: 67010177
Title: Poems (1686)
Credits:
Produced by David Starner, Paul Marshall and the Online
Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net
Summary: "Poems" by Anne Killigrew is a collection of poetry written in the late 17th century. The work serves as a testament to Killigrew's talents as both a poet and a painter, capturing the essence of life in the Restoration court. This collection encompasses themes of virtue, beauty, love, and the human condition, reflecting on her experiences and the societal context of her era. The opening of "Poems" introduces readers to the compelling tribute that John Dryden wrote in honor of Killigrew's work, emphasizing her unique combination of beauty and wit. It provides a brief overview of Killigrew's life, her connection to the court, and the impact of her poetry, which, while not widely recognized today, merits serious examination. The introduction sets the stage for a collection that delves into personal reflections on life, morality, and art, inviting readers to explore the profound insights of a prominent yet overlooked figure in literature. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Reading Level: Reading ease score: 72.8 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
Author: Killigrew, Anne, 1660-1685
Contributor: Morton, Richard Everett, 1930-
EBook No.: 41076
Published: Oct 16, 2012
Downloads: 90
Language: English
Subject: English poetry -- Early modern, 1500-1700
LoCC: Language and Literatures: English literature
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.