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100 1 _aDavies, John, Sir,
_d1569-1626
245 1 4 _aThe Complete Poems of Sir John Davies. Volume 1 of 2.
264 1 _aSalt Lake City, UT :
_bProject Gutenberg,
_c2014
300 _a1 online resource :
_bmultiple file formats
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337 _acomputer
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338 _aonline resource
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500 _aRelease date is 2014-02-22
508 _aProduced by Barbara Tozier, Bill Tozier and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net
520 _a"The Complete Poems of Sir John Davies. Volume 1 of 2" by Sir John Davies is a collection of poetry written in the late 16th to early 17th century. This volume showcases Davies' work as a poet, with themes ranging from philosophical inquiries about the nature of the soul and its immortality to more celebratory pieces, such as hymns and odes to nature. The collection is notable for its intellectual depth and artistic expression, catering to readers interested in early English poetry and philosophical themes. The opening of the collection includes a dedication to prominent figures of his time and an extensive preface that outlines the editorial process undertaken by Rev. Alexander B. Grosart. It describes the re-publication of Davies’ works for a broader audience, highlighting the poet's significance in both literature and political spheres of his era. The preface also provides insight into Davies' background, shedding light on his journey as a poet and lawyer, thus setting the stage for the subsequent poems that explore profound questions of existence and the nature of humanity, particularly through his famous work "Nosce Teipsum." Overall, the opening lays a foundation that enhances the reader's understanding and appreciation of the poetry that follows. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
534 _nOriginal publication data not identified
653 _aEnglish poetry -- Early modern, 1500-1700
653 _aDavies, John, Sir, 1569-1626
700 1 _aGrosart, Alexander Balloch,
_d1827-1899
856 4 0 _uhttps://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/44977
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