Originally published in 1907, the "purpose of this book is to provide an anthology of English lyrical poetry earlier than the advent of the sonnet with Wyatt and Surrey during the sixteenth century". A fascinating read. Many of the earliest books, particularly those dating back to the 1900s and before, are now extremely scarce and increasingly expensive. Hesperides Press are republishing these classic works in affordable, high quality, modern editions, using the original text and artwork. Contents Include Lyrics Amorous Divine Moral Trivial Some Aspects of Mediaeval Lyric Sources of Texts List of Books Notes on the Text Index of First Lines and Burdens