The Seventeenth Century Background: Studies in the Thought of the Age in Relation to Poetry and Religion

This 1953 trade paperback edition is in good condition. The cover shows minimal wear, and the binding remains intact and sturdy. The pages are clean, with no inscriptions or library markings. There is no dust jacket, as typical for this edition.

"The Seventeenth Century Background: Studies in the Thought of the Age in Relation to Poetry and Religion" by Basil Willey provides a comprehensive exploration of the intellectual landscape of the seventeenth century, focusing on its influence on poetry and religion. This edition was published by Doubleday Anchor Books in 1953, following the original 1935 publication by Columbia University Press. Basil Willey, a respected scholar and Fellow of Pembroke College, offers insightful analysis into the era's complex interplay of ideas. This trade paperback edition is part of the Anchor Books series, making it a valuable addition for collectors of historical and literary studies. Though not a first edition, its 1953 release provides a unique perspective on the academic discourse of its time. The book is in good condition, with no dust jacket, and is free from inscriptions or library markings.