Conversing with Antiquity: English Poets and the Classics, from Shakespeare to Pope

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The book offers a collection of previously published articles that delve into the connections between seventeenth and eighteenth-century English poets and their ancient Greek and Roman counterparts. It highlights the themes of exchange and dialogue, showcasing how these historical influences shaped poetic expression during this period. A new introduction sets the stage for understanding the significance of these interactions in the literary landscape.