Poetry in Puritan Age
The poetry of the Puritan Age, also known as the Jacobean and Caroline Poetry during the reigns of James I and Charles I, can be categorized into three distinct parts: Poetry of the School of Spenser: The followers of Spenser, despite changing literary tastes, continued to emulate his style and considered him their master. Poetry of the Metaphysical School: Characterized by elaborate conceits, philosophical themes, and complex metaphors, the metaphysical poets sought to express profound ideas through intricate wordplay. Poetry of the Cavalier Poets: Known for their elegant verses celebrating courtly love, beauty, and the pleasures of life, in contrast to the more introspective styles of their contemporaries. The School of Spenser During the reign of James I, the Spenserians upheld the tradition of Spenserian poetry despite evolving literary trends. Phineas Fletcher and Giles Fletcher, both priests and scholars at Cambridge, were prominent figures of this school. Phineas Fletcher: Known for …