Best Selling Books by John Donne

Holy Sonnets by John Donne are a series of nineteen poems originally written in 1609-1610 and have been tied to Donne''s conversion to Anglicanism. These poems of John Donne have become some of his most highly regarded and most popular works. Included are Holy Sonnet 10 ("Death be not Proud") and Holy Sonnet 14 ("Batter my heart, three-person''d God; for you").

John Donne (1572-1631) is best known as the greatest English metaphysical poet. But there was another dimension to Donne''s life and writing that, if less well known, is no less profound and beautiful. Born into an aristocratic Catholic family, Donne joined the Church of England at the age of twenty-one out of fear of persecution. At the age of forty-three, he gave up his preoccupations with secular prestige and devoted himself utterly to religion. It was eight years later when, battered with fever, the deaths of his beloved wife, several of his children, and many dear lifelong friends, he composed Devotions upon Emergent Occasions. There is both trauma and great drama in this extended meditation on the meaning of mortality, the possibility of salvation, and the true nature of the passage of eternal life. With a new introduction by poet and biographer Andrew Motion, one of the most revered books of Christian devotion speaks to us again of the higher aspirations of man and the always-present possibility of a relationship with God. This long out of print edition also contains Donne''s last sermon, "Death''s Duel" as well as the short colorful biography of him written by his contemporary Izaak Walton.

The Poems of John Donne is one volume paperback edition of the poems of John Donne (1572-1631) based on a comprehensive re-evaluation of his work from composition to circulation and reception. Donne’s output is tremendously varied in style and form and demonstrates his ability to exercise his rhetorical capabilities according to context and occasion. This edition aims to present the text of all his known poems, from the epigrams, songs and satires written for fellow young men about town, to the more mature verse-epistles and memorial elegies written for his patrons. The Longman Annotated English Poets series traditionally aims to present poems in chronological order; in this edition, however, the principle has been observed only within generic sections. This organisation reproduces the manner in which Donne’s original readers first encountered the poems in the various manuscripts of his elegies and satires that circulated in Donne’s lifetime. Volume One contains the Epigrams, Verse Letters to Friends, Love Lyrics, Love Elegies and Satires; Volume Two contains the religious poems, Wedding Celebrations, Verse Epistles to Patronesses, Commemorations, and the Anniversaries. The lyrics have been arranged alphabetically for ease of reference and because, in all but a few cases, precise date of composition is impossible to determine. Each poem has extensive editorial commentary designed to put the twenty-first century reader in possession of all that is necessary fully to appreciate Donne’s work. A substantial headnote sets each poem in its historical and literary context, while the annotations give detailed guidance on the wealth of classical and religious allusions and give full representation to the literary, historical and philosophical culture out of which the poems grew. In keeping with the traditions of the series, Donne’s own text has been modernised in punctuation and spelling except where to do so would alter or disrupt a rhyme

This book is a compilation of the works of the famous poet John Donne, along with a memoir of his life. It provides a glimpse into the mind of a literary genius and includes some of his most well-known and loved works. Anyone looking to expand their knowledge of poetry and literature should add this book to their collection. This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.

In "The Greatest Poems of John Donne," readers are invited into the profound and intricate world of metaphysical poetry, where complex themes of love, death, faith, and the nature of existence intertwine. Donne''s unique literary style combines rich imagery with intellectual rigor, employing conceits that elevate ordinary experiences into profound explorations of the human condition. The collection reflects the historical context of the late 16th and early 17th centuries, engaging with the ongoing tensions between emerging scientific thought and traditional religious beliefs, thus offering a window into the philosophical engagements of the period. John Donne (1572-1631) is one of the foremost poets of the English Renaissance, heralded for his innovative blend of lyricism and intellectuality. His life experiences, from his tumultuous youth to his eventual ordination as a priest, deeply influenced his work, imbuing it with a sense of urgency and introspection. Donne''s exploration of personal and societal conflicts resonates profoundly with readers, inviting them to consider the weighty existential questions raised in his poetry. This anthology serves not only as a testament to Donne''s literary genius but also as an essential reading for anyone seeking to understand the complexities of human emotion and spirituality. For scholars, students, and lovers of literature alike, "The Greatest Poems of John Donne" is a vital addition to any bookshelf, guaranteeing a transformative literary experience.

This meditative prose conveys the essence of the human place in the world -- past and present.

The magnificent Seventeenth-Century metaphysical poet John Donne created new forms of lyric, satire, erotic poems, and religious verse that left poetry in English forever changed. From his famously sensual love poems to his equally passionate and powerful Holy Sonnets, Donne''s forceful language and ingenious wit encompass a remarkable range of tones. His poetry reflects every stage of his personal development, from the piratical Jack Donne who sailed with Sir Walter Ralegh against the Spaniards and spent riotous nights in the London streets, to the penitent John Donne who became Dean of St. Paul''s and the most celebrated preacher of his age. His independence of view, compact manner of expressing conflicting moods, impassioned paradoxes, and outbreakes of cynicism and wry humor make his work particularly appealing to modern readers. This edition, compiled and introduced by C. A. Patrides, is recognized as the most complete and scholarly one-volume collection of Donne''s Complete English Poems available. Introduction by C. A. Patrides

This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you will see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work. This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.

The prose of John Donne, as glorious as his poetry, introduced and edited by Evelyn M. Simpson (deceased), one of the foremost scholars of Donne. First published by the Press in 1963.

This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you will see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work. This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.

A selection of John Donne''s poems suitable for study at A level. This OCR-endorsed edition also contains textual notes and an OCR GCE-specific introduction.

"Based on an exhaustive study of the manuscript and print history of Donne''s poetry, this edition presents newly edited critical texts of the poems and a comprehensive digest of the critical-scholarly commentary on them from Donne''s time forward. Textual introductions briefly locate the poems in the context of Donne''s life or poetic development, outline the 17th-century textual history of the poems, and sketch the treatment of the text by modern editors. A detailed textual apparatus presents variants collated from many sources and traces the lines of textual transmission"--Provided by publisher.