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 Enoch Arden, as well as a number of
important lyrics, monologues, ballads, and other typical pieces. Among
these are The Lady of Shalott, The Beggar Maid, The Charge of the Light
Brigade, Break, break, break, Flower in the Crannied Wall, and Ode on
the Death of the Duke of Wellington. Also here are carefully chosen,
uncut excerpts from three longer works: The Princess, Maud, and The
Brook. 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.