Delve into the profound literary legacy of Sir Philip Sidney, a quintessential Elizabethan writer whose major works significantly shaped English Renaissance poetry and prose. This collection features his iconic sonnet sequence 'Astrophil and Stella' and his influential critical treatise 'The Defence of Poesie', offering essential insights into 16th-century thought and artistry.
Sir Philip Sidney was a prominent English figure of the Elizabethan era, celebrated for his dual roles as an influential courtier and a groundbreaking poet. His literary legacy, particularly his sonnet sequence 'Astrophil and Stella', profoundly impacted Renaissance English literature and solidified his status as a key intellectual of his time.
Explore the profound literary legacy of Sir Philip Sidney with this essential Oxford Worlds Classics edition. It compiles his major works, offering critical insights into his poetry, prose, and influential contributions to English Renaissance literature, including his renowned sonnet sequence, Astrophil and Stella.