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A defense of poetry
Book • 1973
Sir Philip Sidney's "An Apology for Poetry" (also known as "The Defence of Poesy") is a seminal work of literary criticism.
It defends the value and importance of poetry against those who considered it frivolous or immoral.
Sidney argues that poetry possesses the power to teach virtue, move emotions, and delight the reader.
He emphasizes the moral and intellectual benefits of poetry, positioning it as a powerful tool for shaping character and understanding the world.
The work remains influential in shaping discussions about the nature and purpose of literature.
It defends the value and importance of poetry against those who considered it frivolous or immoral.
Sidney argues that poetry possesses the power to teach virtue, move emotions, and delight the reader.
He emphasizes the moral and intellectual benefits of poetry, positioning it as a powerful tool for shaping character and understanding the world.
The work remains influential in shaping discussions about the nature and purpose of literature.
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