Lady Winchilsea's Poems by Edmund Gosse
The book is a biography of Anne Finch, Countess of Winchilsea, a 17th-century poet. It explores her life, poetry, and literary contributions, providing insight into the social and cultural context in which she wrote. The biography also examines the countess's struggles as a female writer in a patriarchal society and her efforts to establish herself as a prominent literary figure of her time.
By Edmund Gosse · First published 1874 · Genre: Biography, Historical, Romance · 2,319 words
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MISCELLANY POEMS. _With Two Plays. By Ardelia. I never list presume to Parnass hill, But piping low, in shade of lowly grove, I play to please myself, albeit ill. Spencer Shep. Cal. June. Manuscript in folio. Circa_ 1696.
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- Work type: Essay
- Author: Edmund Gosse
- Date: 1874 CE
- Language: English
- Genres: Biography, Historical, Romance, Poetry, Drama
- Length: 2,319 words
- Structure: 1 section, 32 paragraphs
- Reading fit: Standard (8th-9th Grade)
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Genres
- Biography — The work provides a detailed account of the life of the main character, including her personal experiences, relationships, and emotions.
- Historical — The work is set in a specific historical period, with references to the social and cultural context of that time.
- Romance — The work explores the romantic relationship between the main character and her husband, including their mutual affection and shared experiences.
- Poetry — The work includes numerous examples of the main character's poetry, reflecting her thoughts, feelings, and observations.
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Poetry · Literary Criticism · Biography · 17th Century · English Literature · Women Writers · Renaissance Poetry · Metaphysical Poetry · Love Poems · Religious Poetry · Satire · Philosophical Poetry