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100 1 _aPalgrave, Francis Turner,
_d1824-1897
245 1 4 _aThe Golden Treasury :
_bOf the Best Songs and Lyrical Poems in the English Language
264 1 _aSalt Lake City, UT :
_bProject Gutenberg,
_c2006
300 _a1 online resource :
_bmultiple file formats
336 _atext
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337 _acomputer
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338 _aonline resource
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500 _aRelease date is 2006-09-09
508 _aProduced by James Tenison
520 _a"The Golden Treasury" by Francis Turner Palgrave is a collection of the best songs and lyrical pieces in the English language, compiled during the mid-19th century. This anthology seeks to encapsulate and celebrate the essence of English poetry, focusing on works that convey deep emotion and thought, primarily through lyrically poignant expressions. It aims to provide readers with lasting aesthetic pleasure and enrich their love for poetry. The opening of the anthology begins with a dedication to Alfred Tennyson, acknowledging those influential in the realm of poetry. Palgrave introduces his collection, discussing its unique aim to gather only the finest lyrical pieces not by living poets, reflecting on the surprisingly delicate balance between emotional expression and the choice of pieces. He outlines his criteria for inclusion, emphasizing that he intends to create a resource that resonates with readers who cherish poetry, while simultaneously addressing the potential criticisms of selection and content. The preface further elaborates on the historical organization of the works, hinting at a journey through various styles and eras that have shaped English lyrical poetry. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
534 _nOriginal publication data not identified
653 _aEnglish poetry
653 _aSongs, English -- Texts
700 1 _aPearse, Alfred,
_d1855-1933
856 4 0 _uhttps://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/19221
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