
Penguin Book of English Song
The Penguin Book of English Song anthologizes the work of 100 English poets who have inspired a host of different composers (some English, some not) to write vocal music. Each of the chapters, arranged chronologically from Chaucer to Auden, opens with a precis of the poet''s life, work and, often, approach to music. Richard Stokes''s notes and commentaries constantly illuminate the language and th...
The Penguin Book of English Song anthologizes the work of 100 English poets who have inspired a host of different composers (some English, some not) to write vocal music. Each of the chapters, arranged chronologically from Chaucer to Auden, opens with a precis of the poet''s life, work and, often, approach to music. Richard Stokes''s notes and commentaries constantly illuminate the language and th...