02452cam a22003133u 4500 8601 UtSlPG 20260610133224.0 m cr n 260607r2005||||utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d UtSlPG en iso639-1 PR Tennyson, Alfred Tennyson, Baron, 1809-1892 The Early Poems of Alfred Lord Tennyson Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg, 2005 1 online resource : multiple file formats text txt rdacontent computer c rdamedia online resource cr rdacarrier Release date is 2005-08-01 Produced by Jonathan Ingram, Clytie Siddall, Charles Franks, and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team "The Early Poems of Alfred Lord Tennyson" by John Churton Collins is a critical collection of Tennyson's poetry that explores works from his early career, likely written in the early to mid-19th century. This edition not only presents the poems themselves but also includes a critical introduction, commentaries, various readings, and notes that guide readers through Tennyson's development as a poet. The text delves into thematic explorations of love, nature, and the human condition, showcasing Tennyson's style and craftsmanship in verse. The opening portion outlines the significance of Tennyson's early poetry within the context of English literature. It begins with a preface that emphasizes the need for a critical edition of Tennyson's poems, highlighting his enduring status as a classic author. The introduction elaborates on the evolution of Tennyson's genius, articulating the poetry's trajectory from his youthful beginnings to the more mature expressions found in later works. Notable early verses, such as "Claribel" and "Mariana," reveal Tennyson’s knack for lyrical beauty and emotional depth. Collins details how these poems represent a blend of ambition and formative style, offering insights into Tennyson's thematic concerns and masterful language, providing readers with groundwork for understanding Tennyson as both a poet and a vital literary figure. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Original publication data not identified English poetry -- 19th century Collins, John Churton, 1848-1908 https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/8601 50583 50583