Robert Herrick

Broschiertes Buch

Selected Poems

Beschreibung

Robert Herrick (1591-1674) was perhaps the greatest poet to have worked in Devon. Born in London, the son of a goldsmith, he studied at Cambridge and later fell in with the London poets who had gathered around the magnetic figure of Ben Jonson. In order to make a living - since he had not pursued the family trade - he entered the Church and in 1627 was appointed chaplain to the Duke of Buckingham, whom he accompanied on an unsuccessful military expedition in 1627. In 1629 he was appointed to the living of Dean Prior, a village on the edge of Dartmoor, about half way between Exeter and Plymouth. He was to remain there for the rest of his life, with the exception of the Cromwellian period from 1647-1660, during which he was expelled for his royalist sympathies and, no doubt, also doctrinal disagreements. His only book, Hesperides, was published in 1648. This is a large collection of lyrics and odes, coupled with a book of religious poems (His Noble Numbers), but it would seem that his work was already somewhat out of date by this time and the edition took some time to sell out. His reputation recovered in the 19th Century, and decisively in the 20th, when he was finally recognised as one of the greatest lyric poets of the Caroline era, an era, moreover, when England was well supplied with fine poets - Herrick's contemporaries include Shakespeare, Jonson, Marvell, Donne, Herbert, Vaughan, Lovelace, Suckling, Carew and many others.

Autor

Robert Herrick (1868-1938) was an American novelist and poet known for his insightful explorations of social issues, relationships, and personal growth in his works. Born in Cambridge, Massachusetts, Herrick studied at Harvard University and later became a journalist before pursuing a career in writing. "The Memoirs of an American Citizen" (1905): A novel that critiques American society and politics through the life story of its protagonist. "Together" (1914): A novel that examines marriage and family life, reflecting Herrick's interest in interpersonal relationships. "One Woman's Life" (1913): This novel explores the journey and development of a female protagonist, likely addressing themes of identity, social expectations, and personal growth. Herrick's writing style is characterized by its realism and psychological depth, depicting characters with nuanced motivations and emotions. His works often engage with contemporary social issues and the complexities of human relationships, offering thoughtful commentary on society. Robert Herrick's novels were well-regarded during his lifetime for their insightful portrayals of American life and values. Robert Herrick's literary career spanned several decades, during which he produced a body of work that continues to offer insights into the social and personal dynamics of his time.

Produktdetails

• Verlag: Shearsman Books
• Seitenzahl: 120
• Erscheinungstermin: 15. November 2007
• Englisch
• Abmessung: 216mm x 140mm x 7mm
• Gewicht: 162g
• ISBN-13: 9781905700493
• ISBN-10: 1905700490
• Artikelnr.: 23070598