The Poetry of Gerard Manley HopkinsOriginally published in 1933, this book was written by the renowned British literary scholar Elsie Duncan-Jones (née Phare; 1908-2003). The text is notable for being the first full-length study on the poetry of Gerard Manley Hopkins, providing a highly readable survey and commentary on his works. This book will be of value to anyone with an interest in the poetry of Hopkins and Victorian literature. |
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