The Poetry of the 17th Century - Volume 1

Narrated by Richard Mitchley , Ghizela Rowe , Gideon Wagner

Length: 1 hr 59 mins
Format: Unabridged Audiobook
Publisher: Deadtree Publishing

As the Elizabethan age wanes and European empires vie for supremacy, England grapples with the aftermath of the Civil War, transitioning from monarchical rule to a Parliament-driven governance. Amidst the Puritan influence and the eventual Restoration, poetry flourishes, heralding a golden era led by renowned figures such as John Milton, John Dryden, and Ben Jonson, all inspired by the legacy of Shakespeare.

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