English Narrative Poems by Claude Moore Fuess and Henry Nichols Sanborn

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Editor Fuess, Claude Moore, 1885-1963
Editor Sanborn, Henry Nichols, 1879-1926
Title English Narrative Poems
Note Reading ease score: 72.9 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
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Summary "English Narrative Poems" by Claude Moore Fuess and Henry Nichols Sanborn is a collection of narrative poetry written in the early 20th century. This anthology features a selection of English narrative poems from renowned poets, specifically curated for educational purposes, with critical commentary and notes for understanding. The collection highlights the storytelling aspect of poetry, encapsulating various tales ranging from adventure to romance, embodying both historical settings and universal themes of human experience. The opening of the anthology introduces the nature of narrative poetry, explaining its unique characteristics in contrast to other poetic forms. The editors offer insights into the historical development of narrative poetry, its relationship to epic and ballad traditions, and its significance in English literature. Notably, they set the stage for the poems selected within the collection, including works by significant poets like William Cowper, Robert Burns, and Walter Scott, encouraging readers to delve into these narrative tales that blend action, character, and emotion. Each poem aims to engage students' interests while also providing meaningful aesthetic and thematic explorations. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class PR: Language and Literatures: English literature
Subject Readers -- Poetry
Subject Narrative poetry, English
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EBook-No. 42058
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Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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