"Shakespeare and his Forerunners; Studies in Elizabethan Poetry and its Development From Early English," Volume 2, explores the rich tapestry of Elizabethan poetry and its historical roots in early English literature. This volume offers insightful literary criticism, examining the works that paved the way for Shakespeare's unparalleled contributions. Authors Henry Wysham Lanier and Sidney Lanier delve into the evolution of poetic forms and themes, providing a valuable resource for students and enthusiasts of English literature. Discover the enduring influence of early English poetry on the Elizabethan era and gain a deeper understanding of the literary landscape that shaped Shakespeare's genius.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you will see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work.This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.