The Relation of the Poet to His Age: A Discourse Delivered Before the Phi Beta Kappa Society of Harvard University On Thursday, August 24, 1843 / by George S. Hillard - Softcover

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Hillard's discourse on the relation of the poet to his age offers a thoughtful and nuanced reflection on the role of the poet in society. Drawing on examples from classical and contemporary poetry, Hillard argues that the poet has a unique power to reflect the spirit of his age and to shape the world around him. The discourse is a valuable contribution to the intellectual and cultural history of the mid-19th century.

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