A Defence of Poetry, Music, and Stage Plays

Lodge argues for the social and artistic value of poetry, music, and drama, defending these forms against critics who dismissed them as frivolous or immoral. Drawing on a wide range of literary and historical sources, Lodge provides a compelling case for the enduring importance of these art forms.

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