John Donne: Selected Poems - John Donne

Category: Adults, Classic, Misc. Non-fiction, Poetry
Language: English
Keywords: Classics European Poetry Witty

Written by John Donne
Read by Frederick Davidson
Format: M4B
Bitrate: 64 Kbps
Unabridged

The status of John Donne (1572-1631) as one of the greatest poets in the English language is firmly established. He strongly influenced writers of the 17th century, and modern poets such as T.S. Eliot have praised and imitated Donne’s work. His poetry is characterized by dramatic, witty, and bold language; by strikingly original imagery; and rhythms based on everyday speech. Like Shakespeare, Donne was a genius at making common words yield up rich, poetic meaning. His thought is complex, but his poems unfold in a logical way.

Length: 3 hrs and 7 mins
Release date: 06-21-01