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Edmund Spenser's Poetry: A Norton Critical Edition (Norton Critical Editions),New
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Edmund Spensers Poetry is now available in a revised and updated Norton Critical Edition. This revised and enlarged Fourth Edition expands and improves on the strengths of the previous three editions. All selections are based on early and established texts, fully glossed, and carefully annotated. An Editor's Note follows each section.This new edition addresses the shifts in scholarly and critical interests in Spenser studies since 1993 as well as access provided by new technology. Notes reflect the information that Spensers best readers would have at their fingertips without spoiling the pleasure of reading Spenser for the first time. Mother Hubberds Tale from the 1591 Complaints is newly included. The Ruines of Rome, Spensers translation of Joachim Du Bellays Antiquitez, is also added to give readers the chance to see Spenser at work as a translator and to give the English perspective on Rome. Sixteen critical essays have been added to supplement fourteen earlier commentaries. Among the perspectives new to the Fourth Edition are those of C. S Lewis, Martha Craig, Gordon Teskey, Jeff Dolven, David WilsonOkamura, and Jennifer Summit.In keeping with the last edition, critical pieces on the House of Busyrane, Spenser's pastoral, Muiopotmos, and Amoretti are grouped together to facilitate classroom discussion. New selections from Jane Grogan, Andrew D. Hadfield, Colin Burrow, Lynn Staley, Lauren Silberman, and A. E. B. Coldiron join the readings on House of Busyrane, and Amoretti grows with selections by A. Leigh DeNeef and Helena Mennie Shire.A Chronology of Spenser's life and an extensive Bibliography are also included.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main focus of Edmund Spenser's Poetry: A Norton Critical Edition? A: This revised and updated edition focuses on the works of Edmund Spenser, providing early and established texts that are fully glossed and annotated to enhance understanding.
- Q: How does the Fourth Edition differ from previous editions? A: The Fourth Edition expands on earlier versions by including new critical essays, additional selections like Mother Hubberds Tale, and addressing contemporary scholarly interests in Spenser studies.
- Q: Who are some of the new authors featured in this edition? A: New contributions include critical essays from C. S. Lewis, Martha Craig, and others, alongside existing commentaries to enrich the reader's experience.
- Q: Is there a chronology of Spenser's life included in the book? A: Yes, the edition includes a chronology of Edmund Spenser's life, providing context for his works and contributions.
- Q: What type of binding is used for this edition? A: This edition is available in paperback binding, making it a flexible and accessible choice for readers.
- Q: When was this edition published? A: Edmund Spenser's Poetry: A Norton Critical Edition was published on August 21, 2013.
- Q: How many pages does this edition have? A: The book contains a total of 896 pages, offering a comprehensive look at Spenser's works and critical analysis.
- Q: Are there any specific themes covered in this edition? A: Yes, themes like Spenser's pastoral works, Muiopotmos, and Amoretti are grouped together for easier classroom discussion and study.
- Q: What kind of annotations are provided in the text? A: The annotations are designed to reflect the knowledge that Spenser's best readers would have had, enhancing the reading experience without detracting from its enjoyment.
- Q: Is this edition suitable for academic use? A: Absolutely, this edition is ideal for academic settings, with its extensive bibliography and critical essays designed to facilitate in-depth study and discussion.