This book is a unique collection of some of the world's best poetry, with a focus on works that embody the national spirit of the poets' respective countries. Included in this volume is an introductory essay by F.H. Stoddard on the study of poetry. The poets represented in this book are some of the most renowned and celebrated of their time. This volume is a must-have for anyone interested in poetry, literature, or language.

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