Curry, Neil
Christopher Smart (Writers & Their Work)
- ISBN 13:
- 9780746310144
- author:
- Curry, Neil
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Northcote House Publishers Ltd
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2004
- Pages:
- 128
- Dimensions:
- 138mm X 216mm
- Genre:
- Novels, other prose & writers
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 10 working days
Description
Christopher Smart: A Poet of Adoration and Joy This study presents Christopher Smart as one of the finest English religious poets between George Herbert and Gerard Manley Hopkins. Despite his personal hardships, Smart is seen here as a poet who celebrates adoration and joy in his work. Smart's poetry offers a unique perspective on the relationship between faith and creativity. This close examination reveals the depth and complexity of his oeuvre, challenging common perceptions of his writing style. By exploring Smart's life and work, this book provides a nuanced understanding of his significance as a poet and his enduring contribution to English literature.
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