First published in 1896, "A Shropshire Lad" contains sixty-three poems
which quickly became popular--particularly among young readers--when
first published. Alfred Edward Housman (1859-1936), also known as A. E.
Housman, was an English poet and classical scholar considered to be one
of the greatest scholars to have ever lived. He is most famous for this
collection of lyrical poems which evoke the travails and disappointments
of English youth in the countryside. A fantastic collection of classic
countryside poetry that will appeal to fans and collectors of Housman's
wonderful work. Contents include: "From Clee To Heaven The Beacon
Burns", "Loveliest Of Trees, The Cherry Now", "Leave Your Home Behind,
Lad", "Wake: The Silver Dusk Returning", "Oh See How Thick The Goldcup
Flowers", "When The Lad For Longing Sighs", "When Smoke Stood Up From
Ludlow", etc. This classic work is being republished now in a new
edition with specially curated introductory material.