Specimens: Poetical And Critical is a collection of poems and critical essays written by William Alexander and published in 1867. The book is divided into two parts, the first being a collection of Alexander's own poetry, and the second consisting of his critical analysis of the works of other poets. The poems in the first section cover a range of themes, including nature, love, and spirituality. Alexander's writing style is characterized by its use of vivid imagery and emotional depth. The second section of the book contains Alexander's critical essays, in which he provides detailed analyses of the works of poets such as William Wordsworth, Samuel Taylor Coleridge, and John Keats. He examines their use of language, structure, and themes, providing insightful commentary on their literary techniques and contributions to the field of poetry. Overall, Specimens: Poetical And Critical is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the study of poetry and literary analysis. Alexander's own poetry is a testament to his skill as a writer, while his critical essays provide a window into the minds of some of the greatest poets in history.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.