Nagoya University (Japan)
Nagoya University: British Authors on the Web
An excellent and detailed site which lists over 750 British authors. The site provides links to more information about each author and is categorized by alphabet and time period. Some links may no longer work in the archived URL.
Luminarium
Luminarium: Robert Herrick
Part of the Herrick section of the Luminarium site, this is a concise biography with links to more information.
Luminarium
Luminarium: Anthology of English Literature
This site provides a selection of major authors and works associated with English literature, ranging from Geoffrey Chaucer to Sir Isaac Newton. Each author's page contains online texts of the author's works, essays about the author and...
Other
Cal Poly Univ.: Metaphysical Poetry & English Composition
A wonderful essay by Steven Marx of Cal Poly University about teaching metaphysical poetry. Gives insight to the literary style and the poets Donne, Herbert, and Marvell.
Oregon State University
Pascal's "Provincial Letters"
Complete text of Pascal's "Provincial Letters," organized in a table of contents.
Project Gutenberg
Project Gutenberg: A Selection From the Lyrical Poems of Robert Herrick
Resource provides the e-text of the Lyrical Poems of Robert Herrick (1591-1674) published in the 19th century with an introduction by the editor Francis Turner Palgrave (1824-1897).
Christian Classics Ethereal Library
Uwm Libraries:text of Pascal's "Pensees"
Entire text of Pascal's 1660 Pensees essay(s).
Encyclopedia Britannica
Encyclopedia Britannica: American Literature by Morris Dickstein
This article by Morris Dickstein traces the history of American poetry, drama, fiction, and social and literary criticism from the early 17th century to the late 20th century. It includes a section for each century providing historical...
Bartleby
Bartleby.com: "The Twa Corbies"
This is the text of the anonymous 17th century Scottish poem "The Twa Corbies."
Society of Archbishop Justus
Religious View of Blaise Pascal
Extensive biographical information including religious, literary, and scientific accomplishments.
Steven Kreis, PhD
The History Guide: Blaise Pascal
This site provides a substantial biography of Pascal with excerpts from "Pensees," and the entire text of "Provincial Letters."
Luminarium
Luminarium: John Milton Resource Page
Extensive information on the author, including biography, quotations and complete text of more than twenty works. Also has links to other resources.
Luminarium
Luminarium: Sir John Suckling
This literary website contains fifteen poems of Sir John Suckling. Also on this site famous quotes, and many essays written by students and scholars about the Cavalier Poets, among others.
Luminarium
Luminarium: Essays and Research on the Renaissance
Use this comprehensive site to learn more about English Renaissance Literature. This site is a gold mine of information. It has several essays that illuminate this genre. Find out more about this period in literature through this...
Luminarium
Luminarium: Richard Crashaw
This is the index site for a great deal of information about the 17th century author Richard Crashaw (1613-1649 CE). This site has links to the life of the author, selected works, quotes from the author and more.
Other
Fu Jen Catholic University: Metaphysical Poetry
This site from the Fu Jen University describes the term "metaphysical" and gives history and definition of the term "metaphysical poet" as coined by critic Samuel Johnson.
Other
New Arts Library: "Paradise Lost" Milton's Summary
Taken from Milton's second publication of his epic poem. These short summaries were included to help illuminate the meaning of the original text. Site by New Arts Library.
Other
Dramatis Personae: The Cast of "Paradise Lost"
The New Arts Library offers a short descriptions of each of the characters in "Paradise Lost." Includes major and minor characters. Great guide to help keep the characters fresh in your mind.
Other
New Arts Library: Paradise Lost Outline
The New Arts Library offers a very extensive outline featuring all major incidents in the play. Includes references to the poem.
University of Toronto (Canada)
University of Toronto: John Milton Sonnet Vii
This site has the full text of John Milton's sonnet, "How Soon Hath Time, The Subtle Thief of Youth." Includes notes and a link to biographical information and other poems by Milton.
University of Toronto (Canada)
University of Toronto: John Milton Sonnet Xii
This site has the full text of John Milton's sonnet, "I Did But Prompt the Age to Quit Their Clogs." Includes notes. Links to other poems and information on Milton's life.
University of Toronto (Canada)
University of Toronto: John Milton Sonnet Xxiii
Full text of John Milton's sonnet, "Methought I Saw My Late Espoused Saint," including footnotes.There is also a link to biographical information and other poems by Milton.
University of Toronto (Canada)
University of Toronto: John Milton Sonnet Xviii
Full text of John Milton's sonnet, "On the Late Massacre in Piemont." Includes footnotes. Links to other poems by Milton and info on his life.
University of Toronto (Canada)
University of Toronto: John Milton Sonnet Xxii
Full text of John Milton's sonnet, "To Cyriack Skinner," including footnotes. There is also a link to biographical information and other poems by Milton.