King Alfred In English Poetry (1898)

by James Loring Arnold

Book Overview

King Alfred In English Poetry is a book written by James Loring Arnold and published in 1898. The book explores the representation of King Alfred the Great in English poetry, from the early Anglo-Saxon period to the late Victorian era. Arnold examines how Alfred has been portrayed as a heroic figure, a wise ruler, and a symbol of Englishness throughout history. The book includes analyses of works by famous poets such as Milton, Tennyson, and Wordsworth,...

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1104876264
• ISBN13: 9781104876265
• Release Date: August 2009
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 110 Pages
• Weight: 0.35 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.2" x 6.0" x 9.0"