The Faerie Queene
by Edmund Spenser, Thomas P. Roche, "C. Patrick ODonnell"
The Faerie Queene by Edmund Spenser, Thomas P. Roche, "C. Patrick ODonnell" holds a well received rating of 3.55 out of 5, based on 13.2K reader ratings. First published in 1590. The book spans 1,248 pages.
About The Faerie Queene
The Faerie Queene was the first epic in English and one of the most influential poems in the language for later poets from Milton to Tennyson. Dedicating his work to Elizabeth I, Spenser brilliantly united medieval romance and renaissance epic to expound the glory of the Virgin Queen. The poem recounts the quests of knights including Sir Guyon, Knight of Constance, who resists temptation, and Artegall, Knight of Justice, whose story alludes to the execution of Mary Queen of Scots. Composed as an overt moral and political allegory, The Faerie Queene, with its dramatic episodes of chivalry, pageantry and courtly love, is also a supreme work of atmosphere, colour and sensuous description.
| Detail | Value |
|---|---|
| Author | Edmund Spenser, Thomas P. Roche, "C. Patrick ODonnell" |
| Published | 1590 |
| Pages | 1,248 |
| Genres | Poetry, Classics, Fantasy, Fiction |
| Average Rating | 3.55 / 5.00 |
| Total Ratings | 13,239 |
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What genre is The Faerie Queene?
The Faerie Queene is categorized as Poetry, Classics, Fantasy, Fiction. Its primary genre classification is Fantasy.
Is The Faerie Queene worth reading?
Based on 13.2K reader ratings, The Faerie Queene has an average score of 3.55 out of 5.00, which is considered "Well Received."
How many pages is The Faerie Queene?
The Faerie Queene has 1,248 pages. It is a longer read suited for dedicated readers.
Who wrote The Faerie Queene?
The Faerie Queene was written by Edmund Spenser, Thomas P. Roche, "C. Patrick ODonnell". It was first published in 1590.
What is the ISBN for The Faerie Queene?
The ISBN-13 for The Faerie Queene is 9780140422080.0.
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