An Apology For Poetry by Philip Sidney
Or, The Defence of Poesy
The book in question is a seminal work of English literary criticism from the Renaissance period, defending poetry against contemporary critics who deemed it morally suspect and a waste of time. The author argues that poetry, far from being frivolous, is a noble art that combines the philosophical with the imaginative, teaching and delighting readers. He asserts that poets are the "unacknowledged legislators of the world," capable of inspiring virtue and greatness. The work serves as a passionate justification for the value of poetry, emphasizing its unique ability to move and educate its audience, transcending the limitations of history and philosophy.
The 7216th greatest book of all time
- Published
- 1595
- Nationality
- British
- Length
- Very Short
- Pages
- 80-120
- Original Language
- English
- Avg User Rating
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(3.5)
- Alternate Titles
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- A Defence of Poetry
- The Defence of Poesy
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- Harold Bloom's The Western Canon (The Western Canon (Book) by Harold Bloom)