02168cam a22003133u 4500 17768 UtSlPG 20260610133420.0 m cr n 260607r2006||||utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d 04017933 UtSlPG en iso639-1 PR Gowans, Adam L. (Adam Luke) The Hundred Best English Poems Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg, 2006 1 online resource : multiple file formats text txt rdacontent computer c rdamedia online resource cr rdacarrier Release date is 2006-02-15 E-text prepared by Brian Sogard, Diane Monico, and the Project Gutenberg Online Distributed Proofreading Team "The Hundred Best English Poems" by Adam L. Gowans is a collection of classic poetry compiled in the early 20th century. The work aims to curate a selection of well-regarded English poems, showcasing a variety of notable authors and styles through time. This anthology is not merely a collection of poems but a statement of felt admiration for the chosen works, as demonstrated by the detailed selections and annotations. At the start of this collection, the author expresses both the ambition and challenge of selecting the "best" poems, admitting the subjective nature of such choices. He notes that while the title may suggest a definitive list, his earnestness in curation reflects his respect for each poem's quality and resonance. Providing not just a catalog of poets and their works, Gowans establishes a personal connection to the verses, advocating for their significance and advocating that they should be cherished by lovers of literature. The opening section also highlights the meticulous care taken to preserve the integrity of the original texts while modernizing some spelling, inviting curiosity about the poetic treasures that follow. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Original publication data not identified English poetry https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/17768 59154 59154