Homage to John Dryden: Three Essays on Poetry of the Seventeenth Century

Homage to John Dryden: Three Essays on Poetry of the Seventeenth Century

T. S. Eliot
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Episodes 25
Latest 12.09.2026

T.S. Eliot, best known as a poet and playwright, also wrote literary criticism. This podcast presents three of his essays on seventeenth-century poetry: John Dryden, The Metaphysical Poets, and Andrew Marvell. Eliot uses numerous quotations to illustrate his observations and analysis. The work offers listeners a deeper understanding of these poets and their influence.

Episodes

  • Homage to John Dryden Three Essays on Poetry of the Seventeenth Century-T. S. Eliot 12.09.2026 1h 28m
    "Homage to John Dryden: Three Essays on Poetry of the Seventeenth Century" by T. S. Eliot delves into the critical examination of poetic forms and themes that emerged during the seventeenth century, with a particular focus on the influential works of John Dryden. Eliot's essays offer profound insights into the evolution of poetry and its cultural significance, making them a timeless exploration of artistic expression. The themes of creativity, tradition, and the role of the poet remain relevant today, inviting listeners to reflect on the enduring power of language and its ability to shape human experience.This episode includes AI-generated content.
  • Booklover and His Books-Henry Lyman Koopman 31.08.2026 5h 34m
    Best known as a poet and playwright, Nobel Laureate T.S. Eliot also wrote many works of literary criticism. In this volume he gives us three essays: John Dryden, The Metaphysical Poets, and Andrew Marvell. Many quotations are given to illustrate his observations and analysis of these poets. This is an important work for those interested in gaining a deeper and broader knowledge of these seventeenth century poets and their influence. - Summary by Larry WilsonThis episode includes AI-generated content.
  • Holiday Round-A. A. Milne 30.08.2026 8h 17m
    Best known as a poet and playwright, Nobel Laureate T.S. Eliot also wrote many works of literary criticism. In this volume he gives us three essays: John Dryden, The Metaphysical Poets, and Andrew Marvell. Many quotations are given to illustrate his observations and analysis of these poets. This is an important work for those interested in gaining a deeper and broader knowledge of these seventeenth century poets and their influence. - Summary by Larry WilsonThis episode includes AI-generated content.
  • Interpretation of Keats's Endymion-Henry Clement Notcutt 29.08.2026 3h 39m
    Best known as a poet and playwright, Nobel Laureate T.S. Eliot also wrote many works of literary criticism. In this volume he gives us three essays: John Dryden, The Metaphysical Poets, and Andrew Marvell. Many quotations are given to illustrate his observations and analysis of these poets. This is an important work for those interested in gaining a deeper and broader knowledge of these seventeenth century poets and their influence. - Summary by Larry WilsonThis episode includes AI-generated content.
  • In New England Fields and Woods-Rowland E. Robinson 28.08.2026 5h 38m
    Best known as a poet and playwright, Nobel Laureate T.S. Eliot also wrote many works of literary criticism. In this volume he gives us three essays: John Dryden, The Metaphysical Poets, and Andrew Marvell. Many quotations are given to illustrate his observations and analysis of these poets. This is an important work for those interested in gaining a deeper and broader knowledge of these seventeenth century poets and their influence. - Summary by Larry WilsonThis episode includes AI-generated content.
  • Monthly supplement of the penny magazine of the Society for the Diffusion of Useful Knowledge, issue 21-Charles Knight 27.08.2026 1h 5m
    Best known as a poet and playwright, Nobel Laureate T.S. Eliot also wrote many works of literary criticism. In this volume he gives us three essays: John Dryden, The Metaphysical Poets, and Andrew Marvell. Many quotations are given to illustrate his observations and analysis of these poets. This is an important work for those interested in gaining a deeper and broader knowledge of these seventeenth century poets and their influence. - Summary by Larry WilsonThis episode includes AI-generated content.
  • Culture and Anarchy-Matthew Arnold 26.08.2026 6h 1m
    Best known as a poet and playwright, Nobel Laureate T.S. Eliot also wrote many works of literary criticism. In this volume he gives us three essays: John Dryden, The Metaphysical Poets, and Andrew Marvell. Many quotations are given to illustrate his observations and analysis of these poets. This is an important work for those interested in gaining a deeper and broader knowledge of these seventeenth century poets and their influence. - Summary by Larry WilsonThis episode includes AI-generated content.
  • Vocation of the Scholar-Johann Gottlieb Fichte 25.08.2026 2h 40m
    Best known as a poet and playwright, Nobel Laureate T.S. Eliot also wrote many works of literary criticism. In this volume he gives us three essays: John Dryden, The Metaphysical Poets, and Andrew Marvell. Many quotations are given to illustrate his observations and analysis of these poets. This is an important work for those interested in gaining a deeper and broader knowledge of these seventeenth century poets and their influence. - Summary by Larry WilsonThis episode includes AI-generated content.
  • On-Hilaire Belloc 24.08.2026 6h 10m
    Best known as a poet and playwright, Nobel Laureate T.S. Eliot also wrote many works of literary criticism. In this volume he gives us three essays: John Dryden, The Metaphysical Poets, and Andrew Marvell. Many quotations are given to illustrate his observations and analysis of these poets. This is an important work for those interested in gaining a deeper and broader knowledge of these seventeenth century poets and their influence. - Summary by Larry WilsonThis episode includes AI-generated content.
  • Spirit of Place and Other Essays-Alice Meynell 23.08.2026 2h 28m
    Best known as a poet and playwright, Nobel Laureate T.S. Eliot also wrote many works of literary criticism. In this volume he gives us three essays: John Dryden, The Metaphysical Poets, and Andrew Marvell. Many quotations are given to illustrate his observations and analysis of these poets. This is an important work for those interested in gaining a deeper and broader knowledge of these seventeenth century poets and their influence. - Summary by Larry WilsonThis episode includes AI-generated content.
  • Not That it Matters (Version 2)-A. A. Milne 22.08.2026 6h 8m
    Best known as a poet and playwright, Nobel Laureate T.S. Eliot also wrote many works of literary criticism. In this volume he gives us three essays: John Dryden, The Metaphysical Poets, and Andrew Marvell. Many quotations are given to illustrate his observations and analysis of these poets. This is an important work for those interested in gaining a deeper and broader knowledge of these seventeenth century poets and their influence. - Summary by Larry WilsonThis episode includes AI-generated content.
  • Coffee Break Collection 019 - Plants and Flowers-Various 21.08.2026 1h 12m
    Best known as a poet and playwright, Nobel Laureate T.S. Eliot also wrote many works of literary criticism. In this volume he gives us three essays: John Dryden, The Metaphysical Poets, and Andrew Marvell. Many quotations are given to illustrate his observations and analysis of these poets. This is an important work for those interested in gaining a deeper and broader knowledge of these seventeenth century poets and their influence. - Summary by Larry WilsonThis episode includes AI-generated content.
  • Christmas Miscellany 2022-Various 20.08.2026 2h 15m
    Best known as a poet and playwright, Nobel Laureate T.S. Eliot also wrote many works of literary criticism. In this volume he gives us three essays: John Dryden, The Metaphysical Poets, and Andrew Marvell. Many quotations are given to illustrate his observations and analysis of these poets. This is an important work for those interested in gaining a deeper and broader knowledge of these seventeenth century poets and their influence. - Summary by Larry WilsonThis episode includes AI-generated content.
  • Anarchism and Other Essays (Version 2)-Emma Goldman 19.08.2026 7h 31m
    Best known as a poet and playwright, Nobel Laureate T.S. Eliot also wrote many works of literary criticism. In this volume he gives us three essays: John Dryden, The Metaphysical Poets, and Andrew Marvell. Many quotations are given to illustrate his observations and analysis of these poets. This is an important work for those interested in gaining a deeper and broader knowledge of these seventeenth century poets and their influence. - Summary by Larry WilsonThis episode includes AI-generated content.
  • Crisis A Record of the Darker Races, Vol. I, No. 3-W. E. B. Du Bois 18.08.2026 2h 46m
    Best known as a poet and playwright, Nobel Laureate T.S. Eliot also wrote many works of literary criticism. In this volume he gives us three essays: John Dryden, The Metaphysical Poets, and Andrew Marvell. Many quotations are given to illustrate his observations and analysis of these poets. This is an important work for those interested in gaining a deeper and broader knowledge of these seventeenth century poets and their influence. - Summary by Larry WilsonThis episode includes AI-generated content.
  • Fantasy Fan Magazine Presents Writings of Clark Ashton Smith-Clark Ashton Smith 17.08.2026 1h 43m
    Best known as a poet and playwright, Nobel Laureate T.S. Eliot also wrote many works of literary criticism. In this volume he gives us three essays: John Dryden, The Metaphysical Poets, and Andrew Marvell. Many quotations are given to illustrate his observations and analysis of these poets. This is an important work for those interested in gaining a deeper and broader knowledge of these seventeenth century poets and their influence. - Summary by Larry WilsonThis episode includes AI-generated content.
  • Exotics and Retrospectives-Lafcadio Hearn 16.08.2026 5h 32m
    Best known as a poet and playwright, Nobel Laureate T.S. Eliot also wrote many works of literary criticism. In this volume he gives us three essays: John Dryden, The Metaphysical Poets, and Andrew Marvell. Many quotations are given to illustrate his observations and analysis of these poets. This is an important work for those interested in gaining a deeper and broader knowledge of these seventeenth century poets and their influence. - Summary by Larry WilsonThis episode includes AI-generated content.
  • Word Portraits of Famous Writers-Mabel E. Wotton 15.08.2026 7h 26m
    Best known as a poet and playwright, Nobel Laureate T.S. Eliot also wrote many works of literary criticism. In this volume he gives us three essays: John Dryden, The Metaphysical Poets, and Andrew Marvell. Many quotations are given to illustrate his observations and analysis of these poets. This is an important work for those interested in gaining a deeper and broader knowledge of these seventeenth century poets and their influence. - Summary by Larry WilsonThis episode includes AI-generated content.
  • John Stuart Mill; His Life and Works-Various 11.08.2026 2h 33m
    Best known as a poet and playwright, Nobel Laureate T.S. Eliot also wrote many works of literary criticism. In this volume he gives us three essays: John Dryden, The Metaphysical Poets, and Andrew Marvell. Many quotations are given to illustrate his observations and analysis of these poets. This is an important work for those interested in gaining a deeper and broader knowledge of these seventeenth century poets and their influence. - Summary by Larry WilsonThis episode includes AI-generated content.
  • Religio Medici, Hydriotaphia and Letter to a Friend-Thomas Browne 10.08.2026 7h 34m
    Best known as a poet and playwright, Nobel Laureate T.S. Eliot also wrote many works of literary criticism. In this volume he gives us three essays: John Dryden, The Metaphysical Poets, and Andrew Marvell. Many quotations are given to illustrate his observations and analysis of these poets. This is an important work for those interested in gaining a deeper and broader knowledge of these seventeenth century poets and their influence. - Summary by Larry WilsonThis episode includes AI-generated content.

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