Pacifism and English Literature: Minstrels of Peace

White, R.

This timely book traces ideas of pacifism in English literature, particularly poetry. Early chapters, drawing on religious and secular traditions, provide intellectual contexts. There follows a chronological analysis of literature which rejects war and celebrates peace, from the Middle Ages to the present day.

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Published by: Palgrave Macmillan

Publication Date: 2008-01-01

Format: Paperback

ISBN-13: 9781349362950

DOI: 10.1057/9780230583641

Dimensions: 216cm x140cm

Pages: 299