The Defence of Poesy

Sir Philip Sidney (1554-1586) was an English poet, courtier, scholar, and soldier, who is remembered as one of the most prominent figures of the Elizabethan age. His literary contributions remain significant in the English literary canon, with 'The Defence of Poesy' (also known as 'An Apology for Poetry') being one of his most celebrated works. Written in approximately 1579 and published posthumou...