Aspects Of Poetry

""Aspects of Poetry: Being Lectures Delivered at Oxford"" is a book written by John Campbell Shairp and originally published in 1882. The book is a collection of lectures that were delivered by the author at Oxford University on the subject of poetry. Shairp explores various aspects of poetry in these lectures, including its historical development, its relationship with other forms of literature, and the different styles and techniques used by poets. He also discusses the role of poetry in society and its impact on the human psyche. The book is divided into six chapters, each of which covers a different aspect of poetry. The first chapter provides an overview of the history of poetry, while the second chapter explores the relationship between poetry and other forms of literature. The third chapter focuses on the different styles and techniques used by poets, while the fourth chapter discusses the role of poetry in society. The fifth chapter delves into the psychological impact of poetry on the reader, while the final chapter concludes with a discussion of the importance of poetry in the modern world. Overall, ""Aspects of Poetry: Being Lectures Delivered at Oxford"" is a comprehensive and insightful exploration of the world of poetry. It is a must-read for anyone interested in the history, techniques, and impact of this timeless art form.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.