Metaphysical and Devotional 1590-1670
June 6, 1984
400 min
Season 1 - Episode 6: Metaphysical and Devotional 1590-1670
00:00 / 45:00
Overview
The vigour and audacity of John Donne's love poetry is contrasted with his equally powerful devotional works. The programme then explores the work of Donne's disciple George Herbert, and Andrew Marvell.
Episode Information
TV Show
Six Centuries of Verse
Season
Season 1
Episode Number
6
Air Date
June 6, 1984
Runtime
400 minutes
Guest Stars
Julian Glover
Himself - Reader
Peggy Ashcroft
Herself - Reader