The Complete Poetry
The Complete Poetry by George Herbert is a comprehensive collection published by Penguin on August 18, 2015. This edition spans 768 pages and features the complete works of Herbert, who is known for his profound exploration of human emotions through poetry. Edited by John Drury, this volume includes not only Herbert’s renowned English poems but also elegant new translations of his Latin verse, offering readers a full view of his literary contributions.
In this collection, readers will encounter a diverse array of poetic forms that reflect Herbert’s inner experiences, including themes of grief, hope, and love. The volume showcases classic pieces such as “The Altar,” “Easter-Wings,” and “Love,” allowing for an in-depth appreciation of Herbert’s devotional poetry. This edition serves as a valuable resource for those interested in English poetry and literary collections, providing insights into the emotional depth and stylistic variety that characterize Herbert’s work.
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A wonderful edition of Herbert’s poetry, edited by his acclaimed biographer John Drury and including elegant new translations of his Latin verse
George Herbert wrote, but never published, some of the very greatest English poetry, recording in an astonishing variety of forms his inner experiences of grief, recovery, hope, despair, anger, fulfilment and – above all else – love. This volume, edited by John Drury, collects Herbert’s complete poetry – including such classics of English devotional poetry as ‘The Altar’, ‘Easter-Wings’ and ‘Love’. It also includes the verse Herbert wrote in Latin, newly translated into English by Victoria Moul.
For more than sixty-five years, Penguin has been the leading publisher of classic literature in the English-speaking world. With more than 1,500 titles, Penguin Classics represents a global bookshelf of the best works throughout history and across genres and disciplines. Readers trust the series to provide authoritative texts enhanced by introductions and notes by distinguished scholars and contemporary authors, as well as up-to-date translations by award-winning translators.
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