English Poetry of the Victorian Period, 1830-1890

Longman Literature in English Series

by Bernard Richards

Books in the Longman Literature in English series provide readers with a critical introduction to the major genres in their historical context. This new edition of the popular survey of English poetry in the Victorian period demonstrates the very real diversity and richness of Victorian poetry and covers some of the great poets of the age - Tennyson, the Brownings, the Rosettis and Hopkins. English Poetry of the Victorian Period, 1830-1890 balances detailed analysis of individual poets and works with a broader perspective on the poetic spirit of the age. There are examinations of, among many other topics, love poetry, the elegiac, Victorian satire, nonsense poetry and women poets, Readers interested in the poetry and criticism of the Victorian period.

319 pages, Hardcover

First published January 1, 1988