The English Ode To 1660

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Focusing on the evolution of the English ode leading up to 1660, Robert Shafer's work delves into its origins in ancient cultures and its prominence during the Renaissance in England. The book highlights key poets like John Milton, Andrew Marvell, and John Dryden, while analyzing the themes and styles that characterized this poetic form. Additionally, it examines the ode's influence on the political and cultural landscape of the time, marking it as a significant contribution to the study of English literature and poetry's historical context.