The Penguin History of Literature by Christopher Ricks

The Penguin History of Literature by Christopher Ricks

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Summary

These essays give the reader a sense of the contexts within which literature exists. Spenser's work is discussed in relation to his life and times, Shakespeare's sonnets are explored as transforming a genre and Marvell is read in the context of the Caroline circle.

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The Penguin History of Literature by Christopher Ricks

These essays give the reader a sense of the contexts within which literature exists. Spenser's work is discussed in relation to his life and times, Shakespeare's sonnets are explored as transforming a genre and Marvell is read in the context of the Caroline circle.
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ISBN 13 9780140177527
ISBN 10 0140177523
Title The Penguin History of Literature
Author Christopher Ricks
Condition Unavailable
Binding Type Paperback
Publisher Penguin Books Ltd
Year published 1993-09-02
Number of pages 480
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