Considered by Victorians as the finest contemporary poet, Alfred, Lord Tennyson (1809–1892) gained much critical favor for his mastery of poetic technique, high-mindedness, and superb natural description. This volume contains a representative selection of his best works, including the famous long narrative poem "e;Enoch Arden,"e; as well as a number of important lyrics, monologues, ballads, and other typical pieces. Among these are "e;The Lady of Shalott,"e; "e;The Beggar Maid,"e; "e;The Charge of the Light Brigade,"e; "e;Break, break, break,"e; "e;Flower in the Crannied Wall,"e; and "e;Ode on the Death of the Duke of Wellington."e; Also here are carefully chosen, uncut excerpts from three longer works: The Princess, "e;Maud,"e; and "e;The Brook."e; With this inexpensive volume at their fingertips, students and lovers of poetry can enjoy a substantial sampling of Tennyson's still-admired, widely quoted verse.
Twilight and evening bell,