Sohrab and Rustum with Other Poems by Matthew Arnold

Sohrab and Rustum with Other Poems by Matthew Arnold is a collection of poems by the renowned English poet and cultural critic, Matthew Arnold. The title poem, Sohrab and Rustum, is a narrative poem that tells the story of a father and son who unknowingly meet on the battlefield and engage in a tragic fight to the death. The poem is based on a Persian legend and explores themes of identity, honor, and the futility of war.The collection also includes other notable poems by Arnold, such as The Scholar Gypsy, Dover Beach, and Thyrsis. The Scholar Gypsy is a nostalgic poem that celebrates the freedom and simplicity of a wandering scholar's life, while Dover Beach is a melancholic reflection on the loss of faith and the decline of Western civilization. Thyrsis is a elegy for Arnold's friend and fellow poet, Arthur Hugh Clough.Overall, Sohrab and Rustum with Other Poems showcases Arnold's mastery of poetic form and his ability to tackle complex themes with elegance and nuance. The collection is a must-read for lovers of Victorian poetry and those interested in exploring the cultural and intellectual landscape of 19th-century England.1906. Edited by W.P. Trent and W.T. Brewster. Arnold was a Victorian era poet and critic. He was the son of Thomas Arnold, the legendary headmaster of Rugby School who was celebrated in the novel Tom Brown's Schooldays. His poem Dover Beach (which is included in this selection) with its depiction of a nightmarish world from which the old religious verities have receded, is sometimes held up as an early, if not the first, example of the modern sensibility. See other titles by this author available from Kessinger Publishing.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.