Spenser's The Faerie Queene, Book I

by Edmund Spenser

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"Spenser's The Faerie Queene, Book I" by Edmund Spenser is an epic poem first published in 1590. This opening book follows the Redcrosse Knight on a quest embodying the virtue of Holiness. Separated from his lady Una through deception, the knight falls into captivity and despair. Una perseveres through countless dangers to rescue him, leading to his recovery and ultimate test: defeating a dragon.

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Topics: English poetry -- Early modern, 1500-1700 · Knights and knighthood -- Poetry · Virtues -- Poetry