The Complete Works Of John Lyly - John Lyly

The Complete Works Of John Lyly is a comprehensive collection of the literary works of John Lyly, a prominent Elizabethan writer. The book includes four major works by Lyly: Life, Euphues, The Anatomy Of Wyt, and Entertainments V1. Life is a biographical work that explores the life of King Henry VIII's chief minister, William Cecil. Euphues is a novel that tells the story of a young man named Euphues who travels to Naples and falls in love with a woman named Lucilla. The Anatomy Of Wyt is a collection of essays on various topics, including love, friendship, and education. Entertainments V1 is a collection of plays and masques that were performed at court during the Elizabethan era.The book provides readers with a unique insight into the literary and cultural landscape of Elizabethan England. Lyly's works are known for their elaborate language and intricate plots, and this collection showcases his talents as a writer. In addition to the four major works, the book also includes an introduction that provides historical context and background information on Lyly's life and career. Overall, The Complete Works Of John Lyly is an essential read for anyone interested in Elizabethan literature and culture.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

EAN: 9781425495763