Since its publication in 1979, Isabel Rivers' sourcebook has grown into the indispensable guide to English Renaissance poetry. This teaching aid is written in English and targets advanced language levels (C1-C2). It is particularly suitable for use in education, self-study, and professional work.
Content overview
- A clear overview of the most important classical and Christian ideas, including their meaning, origin, and influence on the Renaissance.
- Explanation of how these ideas are incorporated into Renaissance poetry.
- Extracts from central classical and Christian texts linked to fragments of English poems that build upon them.
- Recommendations for further reading and an extensive bibliographic appendix.
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