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The Sacred Wood And Major Early Essays (Dover Literature: Essays)
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Part Of T. S. Eliot'S Lofty Standing Among 20Thcentury Poets Is Directly Attributable To His Vast Knowledge And Deep Appreciation Of His Literary Predecessors. The Importance Of Eliot'S Role As An Erudite Critic Of Literary And Cultural Matters Cannot Be Overstated. With The L920 Publication Of The Sacred Wood His Reputation As A Critical Force Was Established. In His First Collection Of Essays, Eliot Defines The Critic'S Role As One To See Literature Steadily And To See It Whole Not As Consecrated By Time, But To See The Best Work Of Our Time And The Best Work Of Twentyfive Hundred Years Ago With The Same Eyes.Eliot Turns His Penetrating Gaze On Such Authors As Swinburne, Blake, Dante, And Ben Jonson In This Collection Of Provocative Essays. He Also Considers Hamlet And His Problems, The Possibility Of Poetic Drama, And Most Significantly, Tradition And The Individual Talent.In Addition To All Of The Essays In The Sacred Wood, This Volume Includes Four Features That Originally Appeared In The Times Literary Supplement: Homage To John Dryden, Poets On Poetry, The Metaphysical Poets, And Andrew Marvell. Taken Together, These Pieces Offer Remarkable Insights Into Eliot'S Ideas On Poetry And Poets, The Nature And Role Of Literature And Drama, And The Function Of Criticism.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main theme of 'The Sacred Wood' by T. S. Eliot? A: The main theme of 'The Sacred Wood' focuses on the role of the critic in literature, emphasizing the importance of understanding literature in its entirety and its historical context.
- Q: How many essays are included in 'The Sacred Wood'? A: The collection includes several essays, with key pieces discussing authors such as Swinburne, Blake, and Dante, as well as significant essays like 'Tradition and the Individual Talent'.
- Q: Is 'The Sacred Wood' suitable for someone new to literary criticism? A: Yes, 'The Sacred Wood' is accessible for those new to literary criticism, as it provides foundational insights into Eliot's views and the context of various literary works.
- Q: What type of binding does this edition of 'The Sacred Wood' have? A: 'The Sacred Wood' is available in a paperback binding, making it a portable and easy-to-handle option for readers.
- Q: When was 'The Sacred Wood' published? A: 'The Sacred Wood' was published on July 10, 1997.
- Q: Who is the author of 'The Sacred Wood'? A: The author of 'The Sacred Wood' is T. S. Eliot, a renowned poet and literary critic.
- Q: What is the page count for 'The Sacred Wood'? A: 'The Sacred Wood' has a total of 144 pages.
- Q: Does 'The Sacred Wood' include discussions on drama? A: Yes, 'The Sacred Wood' includes essays that discuss the nature of poetic drama, particularly in Eliot's work.
- Q: Are there any additional features included in this edition of 'The Sacred Wood'? A: This edition includes four additional features that originally appeared in The Times Literary Supplement, offering additional insights into Eliot's thoughts on poetry.
- Q: What literary figures does Eliot analyze in 'The Sacred Wood'? A: Eliot analyzes several literary figures, including Swinburne, Blake, Dante, and Ben Jonson, among others.