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To read Blooms insights here is to bask in the emanation of genius. As entertaining and erudite as his choices of the works he most loves are, the books overriding strength is the guidance it gives, in context and comprehension. Baltimore SunThis comprehensive anthology offers renowned critic Harold Blooms choice of the best of six centuries of great British and American poetry, selected in accordance with his three absolute criteria: aesthetic splendor, intellectual power, and wisdom. In Blooms introductory essay The Art of Reading Poetry, he presents his critical reflections of more than half a century devoted to reading, teaching, and writing about great verse, the literary achievement he loves most. Throughout this volume, Bloom includes extensive introductions to each poet and to many of the individual poems. More than any other anthology, this book provides readers who desire the pleasures of sublime art with nearly everything they need in a single volume.
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- Q: What is the main theme of 'The Best Poems of the English Language'? A: The main theme of the anthology is the celebration of the best British and American poetry from Chaucer to Robert Frost, emphasizing aesthetic splendor, intellectual power, and wisdom.
- Q: Who is the author of this poetry collection? A: The author of 'The Best Poems of the English Language' is Harold Bloom, a renowned literary critic.
- Q: What is the publication date of this book? A: The book was published on August 7, 2007.
- Q: How many pages does this anthology contain? A: This anthology contains 972 pages.
- Q: What type of binding does this book have? A: The book is available in paperback binding.
- Q: Is this book suitable for beginners in poetry? A: Yes, the book includes extensive introductions to each poet and poem, making it accessible for beginners and insightful for seasoned readers.
- Q: Does this anthology include works from both British and American poets? A: Yes, it features poetry from both British and American poets spanning six centuries.
- Q: Are there any introductory essays in the book? A: Yes, Harold Bloom provides an introductory essay titled 'The Art of Reading Poetry,' which reflects on his extensive experience with poetry.
- Q: What criteria did Harold Bloom use to select the poems in this collection? A: Harold Bloom selected the poems based on three criteria: aesthetic splendor, intellectual power, and wisdom.
- Q: Is this book considered a scholarly resource? A: Yes, it is considered a scholarly resource due to Harold Bloom's critical insights and comprehensive selections of significant poetic works.