A Defence of Poetry by Sir Philip Sidney

I discuss this essay by the Renaissance poet, Sir Philip Sidney. The history of poetry; why was poetry attacked in Elizabethan England? what is the use of poetry? Did Philip Sidney nearly have a fatal duel with Shakespeare? Just some of the topics discussed in this episode. You can find me on Instagram. If you like this episode, or any other episodes, and would like to show support or appreciation, then you could buy me a drink over on Patreon, just search Oralotium there, cheers ✌️🙏 follow on Instagram: Oralotium

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