Lucasta: Love, Honor, and Loyalty: Poems of 17th-Century English Cavalier Poetry

Richard Lovelace's 'Lucasta' is a collection of love poems that represent the epitome of 17th-century English Cavalier poetry. Written during the English Civil War, Lovelace's poems are characterized by their eloquent language, emotional depth, and themes of love, honor, and loyalty. The poems in 'Lucasta' reflect the author's own experiences as a Royalist soldier, offering a poignant look into the complexities of love and war during a turbulent period in English history. Lovelace's poetic style is marked by its lyrical beauty and passionate expressions, making 'Lucasta' a timeless work of poetry that continues to resonate with readers today.

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E-bog: 3. december 2019