eBook - ePub

The Epic Poems

Name: The Epic Poems
ISBN: 9791070129081

William Shakespeare,

English
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eBook - ePub

The Epic Poems

William Shakespeare,

About this book

Discover the poetic brilliance of William Shakespeare beyond the plays that made him famous. The Epic Poems by William Shakespeare gathers his complete narrative poems—works of extraordinary beauty, mythic imagination, and emotional power that reveal a different facet of the world's greatest dramatist. This edition includes Shakespeare's major poetic masterpieces: Venus and Adonis, a vivid retelling of love's pursuit and tragic consequence; The Rape of Lucrece, a powerful and richly layered exploration of honor, virtue, guilt, and political corruption; A Lover's Complaint, a lyrical portrayal of heartbreak and betrayal; and The Phoenix and the Turtle, an enigmatic and deeply symbolic meditation on ideal love and unity. Shakespeare's narrative poems are celebrated for their sweeping imagery, philosophical depth, and mastery of language. They blend classical mythology, psychological insight, moral reflection, and intricate storytelling, offering readers a window into the Renaissance imagination at its finest. This carefully formatted edition is ideal for students, scholars, collectors, and lovers of poetry who wish to explore Shakespeare's artistry beyond the stage. For anyone who appreciates lyricism, classical themes, and Elizabethan poetry, this collection stands as an essential part of Shakespeare's enduring legacy. Add The Epic Poems by William Shakespeare to your library and experience the full richness of the Bard's poetic genius.

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