The Advance of English Poetry in the Twentieth Century

"The Advance of English Poetry in the Twentieth Century" by William Lyon Phelps is an exploration of how English poetry changed in the early 1900s. The story examines how World War I affected poetry and introduces important poets, such as Thomas Hardy and Rudyard Kipling. It shows how these artists contributed to English literature. The author compares different poetry styles and ideas from poets like William Ernest Henley and Francis Thompson. It emphasizes the strength and importance of poetry during a time of big social changes. The analysis highlights differences between old and new poetic styles.