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Title: Minor Poems of Michael Drayton

Note: Reading ease score: 69.3 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.

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Summary: "Minor Poems of Michael Drayton" by Michael Drayton is a collection of poetry likely written during the late 16th to early 17th century. This compilation showcases a variety of poetic forms, including sonnets, odes, and elegies, reflecting Drayton's exploration of themes such as love, beauty, and national identity. The collection serves as a testament to Drayton's literary prowess and his dedication to capturing the essence of his subjects through rich imagery and emotional depth. The opening portion of the work introduces the collection, focusing on Drayton's life and background as detailed in the introduction. It explains how Drayton, born in Warwickshire, developed his poetic voice and his affinities toward both personal and national themes. The introduction highlights his early works and influences, setting the stage for the subsequent poems that are richer in emotional resonance and stylistic diversity. The first sonnet, addressed to a friend, portrays Drayton's humble plea for appreciation of his craft, establishing a personal connection with both the reader and his muse. This early context prepares the reader for the deeper emotional explorations found within his poetry. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Author: Drayton, Michael, 1563-1631

Editor: Brett, Cyril, 1882-1936

EBook No.: 17873

Published: Feb 27, 2006

Downloads: 167

Language: English

Subject: English poetry -- Early modern, 1500-1700

LoCC: Language and Literatures: English literature

Category: Text

Rights: Public domain in the USA.

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2024-11-06T00:19:53Z Minor Poems of Michael Drayton

This edition has images.

Title: Minor Poems of Michael Drayton

Note: Reading ease score: 69.3 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.

Credits: Produced by David Starner, Taavi Kalju and the Online
Distributed Proofreading Team at http: //www.pgdp.net (This
file was produced from images generously made available
by The Internet Archive/Canadian Libraries)

Summary: "Minor Poems of Michael Drayton" by Michael Drayton is a collection of poetry likely written during the late 16th to early 17th century. This compilation showcases a variety of poetic forms, including sonnets, odes, and elegies, reflecting Drayton's exploration of themes such as love, beauty, and national identity. The collection serves as a testament to Drayton's literary prowess and his dedication to capturing the essence of his subjects through rich imagery and emotional depth. The opening portion of the work introduces the collection, focusing on Drayton's life and background as detailed in the introduction. It explains how Drayton, born in Warwickshire, developed his poetic voice and his affinities toward both personal and national themes. The introduction highlights his early works and influences, setting the stage for the subsequent poems that are richer in emotional resonance and stylistic diversity. The first sonnet, addressed to a friend, portrays Drayton's humble plea for appreciation of his craft, establishing a personal connection with both the reader and his muse. This early context prepares the reader for the deeper emotional explorations found within his poetry. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Author: Drayton, Michael, 1563-1631

Editor: Brett, Cyril, 1882-1936

EBook No.: 17873

Published: Feb 27, 2006

Downloads: 167

Language: English

Subject: English poetry -- Early modern, 1500-1700

LoCC: Language and Literatures: English literature

Category: Text

Rights: Public domain in the USA.

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