Vendeur : Forgotten Books, London, Royaume-Uni
Paperback. Etat : New. Print on Demand. This book is a fascinating journey into the life and works of George Sandys, a little-known but highly influential figure in 17th-century English literature. The author explores Sandys's multifaceted career as a scholar, poet, and traveler, revealing how his experiences shaped his writing and his place in the literary world. The book delves into Sandys's travels to the East, his role as Treasurer of the Virginia Company, and his impressive translations of classical works, including Ovidââ â¢s *Metamorphoses* and Virgilââ â¢s *Aeneid*. It also highlights Sandys's prolific output of religious poetry, particularly his paraphrases of the Psalms and Job, which were highly admired by his contemporaries. The author sheds light on the historical context that influenced Sandysââ â¢s work, including the rise of religious poetry and the development of translation in the English language. By examining Sandys's life and work, the book provides a fresh perspective on the literary landscape of the English Renaissance and the enduring impact of this often-overlooked poet. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. N° de réf. du vendeur 9781332742042_0
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Vendeur : PBShop.store US, Wood Dale, IL, Etats-Unis
PAP. Etat : New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. N° de réf. du vendeur LW-9781332742042
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Vendeur : PBShop.store UK, Fairford, GLOS, Royaume-Uni
PAP. Etat : New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. N° de réf. du vendeur LW-9781332742042
Quantité disponible : 15 disponible(s)