English Poetry 1170-1892 is a comprehensive anthology of English poetry spanning over seven centuries. The book is edited by John Matthews Manly, a prominent scholar of English literature. It includes works from some of the most celebrated poets in English literary history, such as Chaucer, Shakespeare, Milton, Wordsworth, and Tennyson, among others. The book is organized chronologically, giving readers a sense of the evolution of English poetry over time. Each section is introduced by a brief historical and literary context, providing readers with a deeper understanding of the poems. The anthology also includes a glossary of unfamiliar terms and a comprehensive index of authors and titles. English Poetry 1170-1892 is a valuable resource for students, scholars, and lovers of poetry alike.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.