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Homage to John Dryden: Three Essays on Poetry of the Seventeenth Century

Homage to John Dryden: Three Essays on Poetry of the Seventeenth Century

T. S. Eliot 25 Episodes Oct 10, 2026

T.S. Eliot, best known as a poet and playwright, also wrote literary criticism. This podcast presents three of his essays on seventeenth-century poetry: John Dryden, The Metaphysical Poets, and Andrew Marvell. Eliot uses numerous quotations to illustrate his observations and analysis. The work offers listeners a deeper understanding of these poets and their influence.

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An Essay on Criticism
An Essay on Criticism Oct 10, 2026 2717 "An Essay on Criticism" is a seminal work that explores the principles of good literary criticism and the nature of poetry. This essay emphasizes the importance of understanding and adhering to artistic standards, encouraging readers to appreciate the craft of writing while also recognizing their own limitations as critics. Its enduring themes of humility, wisdom, and the pursuit of excellence in
Homage to John Dryden Three Essays on Poetry of the Seventeenth Century-T. S. Eliot
Homage to John Dryden Three Essays on Poetry of the Seventeenth Century-T. S. Eliot Sep 12, 2026 5304 "Homage to John Dryden: Three Essays on Poetry of the Seventeenth Century" by T. S. Eliot delves into the critical examination of poetic forms and themes that emerged during the seventeenth century, with a particular focus on the influential works of John Dryden. Eliot's essays offer profound insights into the evolution of poetry and its cultural significance, making them a timeless exploration of
Booklover and His Books-Henry Lyman Koopman
Booklover and His Books-Henry Lyman Koopman Aug 31, 2026 20078 Best known as a poet and playwright, Nobel Laureate T.S. Eliot also wrote many works of literary criticism. In this volume he gives us three essays: John Dryden, The Metaphysical Poets, and Andrew Marvell. Many quotations are given to illustrate his observations and analysis of these poets. This is an important work for those interested in gaining a deeper and broader knowledge of these seventeent
Holiday Round-A. A. Milne
Holiday Round-A. A. Milne Aug 30, 2026 29821 Best known as a poet and playwright, Nobel Laureate T.S. Eliot also wrote many works of literary criticism. In this volume he gives us three essays: John Dryden, The Metaphysical Poets, and Andrew Marvell. Many quotations are given to illustrate his observations and analysis of these poets. This is an important work for those interested in gaining a deeper and broader knowledge of these seventeent
Interpretation of Keats's Endymion-Henry Clement Notcutt
Interpretation of Keats's Endymion-Henry Clement Notcutt Aug 29, 2026 13197 Best known as a poet and playwright, Nobel Laureate T.S. Eliot also wrote many works of literary criticism. In this volume he gives us three essays: John Dryden, The Metaphysical Poets, and Andrew Marvell. Many quotations are given to illustrate his observations and analysis of these poets. This is an important work for those interested in gaining a deeper and broader knowledge of these seventeent
In New England Fields and Woods-Rowland E. Robinson
In New England Fields and Woods-Rowland E. Robinson Aug 28, 2026 20325 Best known as a poet and playwright, Nobel Laureate T.S. Eliot also wrote many works of literary criticism. In this volume he gives us three essays: John Dryden, The Metaphysical Poets, and Andrew Marvell. Many quotations are given to illustrate his observations and analysis of these poets. This is an important work for those interested in gaining a deeper and broader knowledge of these seventeent
Monthly supplement of the penny magazine of the Society for the Diffusion of Useful Knowledge, issue 21-Charles Knight
Monthly supplement of the penny magazine of the Society for the Diffusion of Useful Knowledge, issue 21-Charles Knight Aug 27, 2026 3920 Best known as a poet and playwright, Nobel Laureate T.S. Eliot also wrote many works of literary criticism. In this volume he gives us three essays: John Dryden, The Metaphysical Poets, and Andrew Marvell. Many quotations are given to illustrate his observations and analysis of these poets. This is an important work for those interested in gaining a deeper and broader knowledge of these seventeent
Culture and Anarchy-Matthew Arnold
Culture and Anarchy-Matthew Arnold Aug 26, 2026 21697 Best known as a poet and playwright, Nobel Laureate T.S. Eliot also wrote many works of literary criticism. In this volume he gives us three essays: John Dryden, The Metaphysical Poets, and Andrew Marvell. Many quotations are given to illustrate his observations and analysis of these poets. This is an important work for those interested in gaining a deeper and broader knowledge of these seventeent
Vocation of the Scholar-Johann Gottlieb Fichte
Vocation of the Scholar-Johann Gottlieb Fichte Aug 25, 2026 9622 Best known as a poet and playwright, Nobel Laureate T.S. Eliot also wrote many works of literary criticism. In this volume he gives us three essays: John Dryden, The Metaphysical Poets, and Andrew Marvell. Many quotations are given to illustrate his observations and analysis of these poets. This is an important work for those interested in gaining a deeper and broader knowledge of these seventeent
On-Hilaire Belloc
On-Hilaire Belloc Aug 24, 2026 22250 Best known as a poet and playwright, Nobel Laureate T.S. Eliot also wrote many works of literary criticism. In this volume he gives us three essays: John Dryden, The Metaphysical Poets, and Andrew Marvell. Many quotations are given to illustrate his observations and analysis of these poets. This is an important work for those interested in gaining a deeper and broader knowledge of these seventeent
Spirit of Place and Other Essays-Alice Meynell
Spirit of Place and Other Essays-Alice Meynell Aug 23, 2026 8935 Best known as a poet and playwright, Nobel Laureate T.S. Eliot also wrote many works of literary criticism. In this volume he gives us three essays: John Dryden, The Metaphysical Poets, and Andrew Marvell. Many quotations are given to illustrate his observations and analysis of these poets. This is an important work for those interested in gaining a deeper and broader knowledge of these seventeent
Not That it Matters (Version 2)-A. A. Milne
Not That it Matters (Version 2)-A. A. Milne Aug 22, 2026 22088 Best known as a poet and playwright, Nobel Laureate T.S. Eliot also wrote many works of literary criticism. In this volume he gives us three essays: John Dryden, The Metaphysical Poets, and Andrew Marvell. Many quotations are given to illustrate his observations and analysis of these poets. This is an important work for those interested in gaining a deeper and broader knowledge of these seventeent

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