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Title: Astrophel and Other Poems
Taken from The Collected Poetical Works of Algernon Charles
Swinburne, Vol. VI

Note: Reading ease score: 68.5 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.

Credits: Produced by Paul Murray, Lisa Reigel, and the Online
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Summary: "Astrophel and Other Poems" by Algernon Charles Swinburne is a collection of poetry written in the late 19th century. The collection includes various themes, with a notable focus on English literary history and figures, paying homage to poets and the natural beauty of England. The titular poem, "Astrophel," reflects on the legacy of Sir Philip Sidney, suggesting a blend of personal admiration and national pride. The beginning of "Astrophel and Other Poems" introduces readers to the eponymous poem that celebrates Sir Philip Sidney, particularly his notable work "Arcadia." The poem conveys a deep sense of reverence for the beauty of nature, love, and artistic expression while exploring the profound effects of past literary giants on the present. Through evocative imagery and lyrical language, Swinburne intertwines his reflections on mortality, the passage of time, and the enduring influence of Sidney, setting the stage for an exploration of themes related to memory, legacy, and the power of poetry. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Author: Swinburne, Algernon Charles, 1837-1909

EBook No.: 18673

Published: Jun 24, 2006

Downloads: 117

Language: English

Subject: Poetry

LoCC: Language and Literatures: English literature

Category: Text

Rights: Public domain in the USA.

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Title: Astrophel and Other Poems
Taken from The Collected Poetical Works of Algernon Charles
Swinburne, Vol. VI

Note: Reading ease score: 68.5 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.

Credits: Produced by Paul Murray, Lisa Reigel, and the Online
Distributed Proofreading Team at http: //www.pgdp.net

Summary: "Astrophel and Other Poems" by Algernon Charles Swinburne is a collection of poetry written in the late 19th century. The collection includes various themes, with a notable focus on English literary history and figures, paying homage to poets and the natural beauty of England. The titular poem, "Astrophel," reflects on the legacy of Sir Philip Sidney, suggesting a blend of personal admiration and national pride. The beginning of "Astrophel and Other Poems" introduces readers to the eponymous poem that celebrates Sir Philip Sidney, particularly his notable work "Arcadia." The poem conveys a deep sense of reverence for the beauty of nature, love, and artistic expression while exploring the profound effects of past literary giants on the present. Through evocative imagery and lyrical language, Swinburne intertwines his reflections on mortality, the passage of time, and the enduring influence of Sidney, setting the stage for an exploration of themes related to memory, legacy, and the power of poetry. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Author: Swinburne, Algernon Charles, 1837-1909

EBook No.: 18673

Published: Jun 24, 2006

Downloads: 117

Language: English

Subject: Poetry

LoCC: Language and Literatures: English literature

Category: Text

Rights: Public domain in the USA.