02194cam a22003133u 4500 1211 UtSlPG 20260610133042.0 m cr n 260607r1998||||utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d UtSlPG en iso639-1 PR Herrick, Robert, 1591-1674 A Selection from the Lyrical Poems of Robert Herrick Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg, 1998 1 online resource : multiple file formats text txt rdacontent computer c rdamedia online resource cr rdacarrier Release date is 1998-02-01 Produced by an Anonymous Voluteer, and David Widger "A Selection from the Lyrical Poems of Robert Herrick" by Robert Herrick is a curated anthology of lyrical poetry crafted during the 17th century. This collection highlights Herrick's diverse themes, most notably his reflections on nature, love, and rural life, evoking a pastoral charm that resonates with readers. The preface and arrangement by Francis Turner Palgrave emphasize the need for this selection to make Herrick's work accessible to a broader audience, underscoring the poet's unique style and contributions to English poetry. The beginning of this collection introduces Herrick as a poet who encapsulates the beauty and simplicity of rural life, emphasizing his affinity for the elements of nature and the vibrancy of seasonal festivities. Herrick's poems celebrate the joys of youth, love, and the changing seasons, weaving an intimate tapestry of images that captivate the reader's imagination. The introductory pieces reflect his playful spirit and dedication to the arts, as he evokes themes of companionship, celebration, and the passage of time, setting the stage for a collection that delights in the lyrical expression and merriment of life. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Original publication data not identified English poetry -- Early modern, 1500-1700 Palgrave, Francis Turner, 1824-1897 https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/1211 43327 43327