The Works Of The Earl Of Rochester

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Daring, provocative poetry for the rebellious reader.

Step into the scandalous world of the Earl of Rochester, where poetry knows no boundaries and rules are meant to be broken. Immerse yourself in the daring, provocative verses that challenge societal norms and capture the essence of a libertine spirit. This collection is a perfect choice for those seeking verse that pushes the boundaries of propriety and seeks to explore the depths of human desire.

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The Works Of The Earl Of Rochester

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ISBN: 9781853264412
Date of Publication: 1999-12-01
Format: Paperback
Related Collections: Biographies & Memoirs, History
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This edition of the poems of John Wilmot, Earl of Rochester (1647-1680) was acclaimed by the Review of English Studies as being 'for the first time…a complete and uncensored text of Rochester's poetry'. Much of Rochester's verse remained unpublished for many years, as it was considered too sexually bold and outrageous, but his work is much more than that of a Restoration profligate and libertine. His perceptive scepticism produced poems of great insight and satirical wit, and he could be a tender lyricist.David Vieth's edition of his work is scholarly and thorough, with an historical introduction and extensive bibliography and notes.
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Daring, provocative poetry for the rebellious reader.

Step into the scandalous world of the Earl of Rochester, where poetry knows no boundaries and rules are meant to be broken. Immerse yourself in the daring, provocative verses that challenge societal norms and capture the essence of a libertine spirit. This collection is a perfect choice for those seeking verse that pushes the boundaries of propriety and seeks to explore the depths of human desire.

Note: While we do our best to ensure the accuracy of cover images, ISBNs may at times be reused for different editions of the same title which may hence appear as a different cover.