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The Poems of William Herbert, Third Earl of Pembroke

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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... Read More
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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.

Series: Renaissance English Text Society

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Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781649591005

Publisher: Iter Press

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 25 April 2024

Country: United States

Imprint: Iter Press

Illustration: 7 color plates

Contributors:

  • Edited by Steven W. May
  • Edited by Mary Ellen Lamb
  • Introduction by Mary Ellen Lamb
  • Edited by Garth Bond

Audience: Professional and scholarly

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 25.0mm

Width: 152.0mm

Height: 229.0mm

Weight: 567g

Pages: 360

About the Author

William Herbert,Third Earl of Pembroke (1580โ€“1630) was an English nobleman and politician who served as Chancellor of Oxford University. Mary Ellen Lamb is professor emeritus of English from Southern Illinois University-Carbondale. Garth Bond is associate professor of English at Lawrence University. Steven W. May is adjunct professor of English at Emory University.

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