"A Defence of Poesie and Poems" by Philip Sidney is a classic work of literary criticism and poetry. In it, Sidney passionately defends the value of poetry, arguing for its importance in society and its ability to inspire virtue. The book also includes a collection of Sidney's own poems, showcasing his talent as a poet and his belief in the power of the written word.
Poetic
Political Intrigue
Royalty
Hero
Coming of Age
Journey
Battle
Family
Audiobook details
GenrePoetry
Length3 hrs 19 mins
Publish dateJan 1, 1595
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1Introduction
4Verses
2An Apologie For Poetrie
5Footnotes
3Poems
About the author
Philip Sidney
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