Algernon Swinburne Eman Poet Lib #39 (Everyman Poetry) [Paperback]

Algernon Charles Swinburne (Author), Catherine Maxwell (Author), Algernon Swinburne (Author)

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Publication Date: October 1, 1997 | Series: Everyman Poetry (Book 39)

The last of the Romantics, Swinburne's poems took the public by storm, intoxicated by their rhythms and shocked by his lack of restraint.

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EVERYMAN'S POETRY LIBRARY: This new series of the world's greatest poetry features the hallmarks of Everyman Classics: top-quality production and reader-friendly design along with helpful notes and critiques. Each edition is also a great value, especially for those readers beginning to explore the work of these remarkable poets.

Product Details

• Paperback: 128 pages
• Publisher: Orion Publishing Group, Ltd. (October 1, 1997)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0460878719
• ISBN-13: 978-0460878715
• Product Dimensions: 0.5 x 5 x 7.5 inches
• Shipping Weight: 3.5 ounces
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (1 customer review)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #3,578,527 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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10 of 11 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Poetry that everyone should read!, March 30, 2000

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This review is from: Algernon Swinburne Eman Poet Lib #39 (Everyman Poetry) (Paperback)

This collection of A. C. Swinburne's poetry is exceptional, especially since it is very difficult to find a collection of Swinburne's poetry outside of anthologies and libraries. This is perfect for individuals who are new to Swinburne's poetry because notes to the poetry and a chronology of Swinburne's life are included to help answer some questions. Swinburne possesses an unusual dexterity in meter and rhythm, which makes him an extraordinary poet. This collection is well-organized and fairly complete; the only disappointment is that the editor failed to include "Ave Atque Vale" - one of his most notable poems.