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A Treatise Of Civil Power
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A Major Gathering Of New Work By One Of The Greatest Poets Of The English Languagegeoffrey Hills Latest Collection Takes Its Title From A Pamphlet By Milton Of 1659 That Attacks The Concept Of A State Church As Well As Corruption In Church Governance. As Milton Figures Prominently Here, So Too Must The Lord Protector, Cromwell, Addressed In A Memorable Sonnet Sequence. Also Considered By Hill Are Other Poets To Whom He Nods In Gratitude, Not Just Milton And My God Ben Jonson, Or Robert Herrick, Or William Blake, But Also Robert Lowell And, Perhaps Most Interestingly, John Berryman, Whose Dream Songs Haunts This Present Collection.Here We Again Confront The Poets Familiar Obsessionslanguage, Governance, War, Politics, The Contemporary And Classical Worlds, And The Nature Of Poetry Itself. John Hollander Writes Of Hills Poems That They Immerse Themselves In The Matters Of Stones And Rock, Of Permanence And Historical Change, Martyrdoms And Mockeries, And Above All History And The Monuments And Residua Of Its Consequences In Places, Things, And Persons. A Treatise Of Civil Power Is The Work Of A Major Poet At The Height Of His Powers.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is 'A Treatise of Civil Power' about? A: 'A Treatise of Civil Power' is a poetry collection by Geoffrey Hill that explores themes of governance, language, war, and the nature of poetry itself, drawing connections to historical figures like Milton and Cromwell.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The author of 'A Treatise of Civil Power' is Geoffrey Hill, a renowned poet recognized for his significant contributions to English literature.
- Q: When was 'A Treatise of Civil Power' published? A: 'A Treatise of Civil Power' was published on January 7, 2008.
- Q: What is the binding type of this book? A: This edition of 'A Treatise of Civil Power' is available in paperback binding.
- Q: How many pages does the book have? A: 'A Treatise of Civil Power' contains a total of 64 pages.
- Q: What themes are explored in this poetry collection? A: The collection delves into themes such as language, governance, war, politics, and the interplay between contemporary and classical worlds.
- Q: Is there any notable influence in the poetry? A: Yes, Geoffrey Hill nods to various poets including Milton, Ben Jonson, Robert Herrick, William Blake, Robert Lowell, and John Berryman throughout the collection.
- Q: What can readers expect from the style of Hill's poetry? A: Readers can expect Hill's poetry to be rich in historical references and to engage with complex themes, reflecting on permanence, historical change, and the nature of poetry.
- Q: Is this book suitable for readers new to poetry? A: 'A Treatise of Civil Power' may be more suited to readers who have some familiarity with poetry, as Hill's work often engages with intricate themes and references.
- Q: Where can I purchase 'A Treatise of Civil Power'? A: 'A Treatise of Civil Power' can be purchased through various online retailers and bookstores that carry poetry collections.