This book provides an accessible route into Milton's complex epic poem, guiding students through the text by a combination of close textual analysis and summary of key themes and techniques. Assuming limited biblical or classical knowledge, it focuses on developing the reading skills necessary for t[...]
Covering the whole range of Donne's poetic output and with detailed analysis of individual poems, the practical techniques of his poetry are explained. There is a short history of his life and some contemporary criticism.[...]