The Earthly Paradise
Also known as: Earthly Paradise
- 1The epic poem was written by William Morris.
- 2It features a collection of myths and legends from Greece and Scandinavia.
- 3Publication of the volumes occurred between 1868 and 1870.
- 4The work was published by F.S. Ellis.
The Earthly Paradise is an epic poem by William Morris.
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major literary work establishing his reputation as a poet
This massive collection of narrative poems, published between 1868 and 1870, brought Morris significant fame as a writer during his lifetime.
The Earthly Paradise is a major epic poem written by William Morris. It consists of a vast collection of retellings of various myths and legends drawn from both Greek and Scandinavian traditions.
Title page of first volume of The Earthly Paradise, 1868Wikimedia Commons: File:The_Earthly_Paradise_title_page.jpgThe Gentle Music of a Bygone Day, John Roddam Spencer Stanhope, 1873Wikimedia Commons: File:John_Roddam_Spencer_Stanhope_-_The_gentle_music_of_a_bygone_day,_1873.jpg The work was published in several volumes, with the initial release beginning in 1868 and continuing until 1870. The volumes were brought to the public by the publisher **F. S.
Ellis**. The poem is celebrated for its lyrical quality and its ambitious scope in synthesizing diverse cultural narratives into a cohesive literary work. It stands as one of the most significant poetic achievements of Morris, reflecting his deep interest in folklore and the storytelling traditions of the past.