James Fenton's An Introduction to English Poetry offers a master class for both the reader and writer of poetry. Simply and elegantly written and discussing the work of poets as wide ranging as W. H. Auden, Dylan Thomas, Tennyson, Kipling, Milton and Blake, it covers all varieties of poetic practice in English. 'It is hard to imagine a beginner who could not learn from [this book]. If you know a young poet, give them this' The Times Literary Supplement
| ISBN: | 9780141004396 |
| Publication date: | 29th May 2003 |
| Author: | James Fenton |
| Publisher: | Penguin Books Ltd |
| Format: | Paperback |
| Pagination: | 144 pages |
| Genres: |
Literary studies: poetry and poets Poetry Classic and pre-20th century poetry Modern and contemporary poetry (c 1900 onwards) Literary companions, book reviews and guides |