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Title: The Early Poems of Alfred Lord Tennyson

Note: Reading ease score: 75.6 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.

Credits: Produced by Jonathan Ingram, Clytie Siddall, Charles Franks,
and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team

Summary: "The Early Poems of Alfred Lord Tennyson" by John Churton Collins is a critical collection of Tennyson's poetry that explores works from his early career, likely written in the early to mid-19th century. This edition not only presents the poems themselves but also includes a critical introduction, commentaries, various readings, and notes that guide readers through Tennyson's development as a poet. The text delves into thematic explorations of love, nature, and the human condition, showcasing Tennyson's style and craftsmanship in verse. The opening portion outlines the significance of Tennyson's early poetry within the context of English literature. It begins with a preface that emphasizes the need for a critical edition of Tennyson's poems, highlighting his enduring status as a classic author. The introduction elaborates on the evolution of Tennyson's genius, articulating the poetry's trajectory from his youthful beginnings to the more mature expressions found in later works. Notable early verses, such as "Claribel" and "Mariana," reveal Tennyson’s knack for lyrical beauty and emotional depth. Collins details how these poems represent a blend of ambition and formative style, offering insights into Tennyson's thematic concerns and masterful language, providing readers with groundwork for understanding Tennyson as both a poet and a vital literary figure. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Author: Tennyson, Alfred Tennyson, Baron, 1809-1892

Editor: Collins, John Churton, 1848-1908

EBook No.: 8601

Published: Aug 1, 2005

Downloads: 921

Language: English

Subject: English poetry -- 19th century

LoCC: Language and Literatures: English literature

Category: Text

Rights: Public domain in the USA.

This edition has images.

Title: The Early Poems of Alfred Lord Tennyson

Note: Reading ease score: 75.6 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.

Credits: Produced by Jonathan Ingram, Clytie Siddall, Charles Franks,
and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team

Summary: "The Early Poems of Alfred Lord Tennyson" by John Churton Collins is a critical collection of Tennyson's poetry that explores works from his early career, likely written in the early to mid-19th century. This edition not only presents the poems themselves but also includes a critical introduction, commentaries, various readings, and notes that guide readers through Tennyson's development as a poet. The text delves into thematic explorations of love, nature, and the human condition, showcasing Tennyson's style and craftsmanship in verse. The opening portion outlines the significance of Tennyson's early poetry within the context of English literature. It begins with a preface that emphasizes the need for a critical edition of Tennyson's poems, highlighting his enduring status as a classic author. The introduction elaborates on the evolution of Tennyson's genius, articulating the poetry's trajectory from his youthful beginnings to the more mature expressions found in later works. Notable early verses, such as "Claribel" and "Mariana," reveal Tennyson’s knack for lyrical beauty and emotional depth. Collins details how these poems represent a blend of ambition and formative style, offering insights into Tennyson's thematic concerns and masterful language, providing readers with groundwork for understanding Tennyson as both a poet and a vital literary figure. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Author: Tennyson, Alfred Tennyson, Baron, 1809-1892

Editor: Collins, John Churton, 1848-1908

EBook No.: 8601

Published: Aug 1, 2005

Downloads: 921

Language: English

Subject: English poetry -- 19th century

LoCC: Language and Literatures: English literature

Category: Text

Rights: Public domain in the USA.