George Crabbe: Poems, Volume 2 (of 3) by George Crabbe
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"George Crabbe: Poems, Volume 2 (of 3)" by George Crabbe is a collection of poetry likely written in the early 19th century. The volume includes a range of works, particularly the "Tales" and several "Tales of the Hall," exploring themes of human experience, morality, and social critique through narrative verse. Crabbe's poems often reflect on human nature and societal structures, presenting characters from various walks of life who grapple with personal and
communal dilemmas. The opening portion introduces the volume, offering insights into its organization and the author's intent. It begins with a dedication to the Duchess Dowager of Rutland, setting a tone of literary respectability and formality. The comprehensive preface outlines the foundational elements of the poems included, elaborating on the differences in editions and the editorial decisions made. Crabbe articulates his views on poetry, asserting the importance of character and morality over mere poetic flourishes, while also hinting at the personal and societal themes that will unfold in the successive tales. The poems promise to engage the reader with their vivid portrayals of characters such as politicians, clergy, and farmers, each revealing the complexities of life and human relationships. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Crabbe, George, 1754-1832 |
|---|---|
| Editor | Ward, Adolphus William, Sir, 1837-1924 |
| Title | George Crabbe: Poems, Volume 2 (of 3) |
| Credits |
Produced by Paul Marshall and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive/Million Book Project) |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 75.3 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PR: Language and Literatures: English literature |
| Subject | English poetry |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 51003 |
| ISBN (HTML) | 979-8-238-51003-3 |
| Release Date | Jan 22, 2016 |
| Last Update | Oct 22, 2024 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 514 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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