The Beginnings of Poetry
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Explore the roots of poetic expression with "The Beginnings of Poetry," a foundational work by Francis Barton Gummere. This meticulously prepared edition delves into the rich history of medieval poetry, examining the ballads and folk poetry that formed the bedrock of European literary tradition. Gummere illuminates the vital role of oral tradition in shaping these early forms, offering insights into the cultural context and artistic impulses that gave rise to enduring poetic forms. Journey back to a time when poetry was a living, breathing part of everyday life, passed down through generations...
Explore the roots of poetic expression with "The Beginnings of Poetry," a foundational work by Francis Barton Gummere. This meticulously prepared edition delves into the rich history of medieval poetry, examining the ballads and folk poetry that formed the bedrock of European literary tradition. Gummere illuminates the vital role of oral tradition in shaping these early forms, offering insights into the cultural context and artistic impulses that gave rise to enduring poetic forms. Journey back to a time when poetry was a living, breathing part of everyday life, passed down through generations. This volume offers a valuable perspective on the development of European poetry and medieval literature, and will appeal to anyone interested in understanding the ancient and classical origins of literary forms. "The Beginnings of Poetry" provides a window into the very soul of human expression. This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.
