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Where did Edmund Spenser attend university?
Where did Edmund Spenser attend university?
What is the title of Spenser's epic poem, considered his masterpiece?
What is the title of Spenser's epic poem, considered his masterpiece?
What literary style is characterized by the use of archaic language and vocabulary in Spenser's poetry?
What literary style is characterized by the use of archaic language and vocabulary in Spenser's poetry?
Which of the following poets was NOT influenced by Edmund Spenser?
Which of the following poets was NOT influenced by Edmund Spenser?
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What is the theme of Spenser's sonnet sequence, Amoretti?
What is the theme of Spenser's sonnet sequence, Amoretti?
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What is the title of Spenser's pastoral poem, which explores themes of love and morality?
What is the title of Spenser's pastoral poem, which explores themes of love and morality?
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Study Notes
Life and Career
- Born: 1552, London, England
- Died: 1599, London, England
- English poet and playwright
- Attended Cambridge University (Pembroke College)
Works
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The Faerie Queene (1590-1596): epic poem, considered Spenser's masterpiece
- 6 books, 36 cantos, and over 36,000 lines
- allegorical tale of virtue and morality
- explores themes of love, honor, and duty
- The Shepheardes Calender (1579): pastoral poem, explores themes of love and morality
- Amoretti (1595): sonnet sequence, explores themes of love and courtship
Literary Style and Influences
- Influenced by:
- Classical Greek and Roman literature
- Italian Renaissance poetry (e.g., Petrarch, Ariosto)
- Native English folklore and mythology
- Developed a unique poetic style, characterized by:
- Archaic language and vocabulary
- Use of allegory and symbolism
- Rich, descriptive imagery
Themes and Impact
- Explored themes of:
- Morality and virtue
- Love and courtship
- National identity and English heritage
- Influenced later poets, including:
- William Shakespeare
- John Milton
- John Keats
Life and Career
- Born in London, England in 1552
- Died in London, England in 1599
- Attended Cambridge University (Pembroke College)
Works
The Faerie Queene
- Published from 1590-1596
- Epic poem, considered Spenser's masterpiece
- Comprises 6 books, 36 cantos, and over 36,000 lines
- Allegorical tale of virtue and morality
- Explores themes of love, honor, and duty
The Shepheardes Calender
- Published in 1579
- Pastoral poem
- Explores themes of love and morality
Amoretti
- Published in 1595
- Sonnet sequence
- Explores themes of love and courtship
Literary Style and Influences
- Influenced by classical Greek and Roman literature
- Influenced by Italian Renaissance poetry (Petrarch, Ariosto)
- Influenced by native English folklore and mythology
- Developed a unique poetic style characterized by:
- Archaic language and vocabulary
- Use of allegory and symbolism
- Rich, descriptive imagery
Themes and Impact
- Explored themes of morality and virtue
- Explored themes of love and courtship
- Explored themes of national identity and English heritage
- Influenced later poets, including William Shakespeare, John Milton, and John Keats
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Take this quiz to learn more about the life and works of Edmund Spenser, a renowned English poet and playwright. Explore his poetry, including The Faerie Queene and The Shepheardes Calender.
