Literature Library author
Andrew Marvell
A concise guide to Andrew Marvell's body of work, major titles, and recurring themes.
Author overview
Andrew Marvell (1621–1678) was a poet whose body of work spans poetry. This writing is associated with Kingdom of England. Major works and useful reading starting points include Horatian Ode upon Cromwell’s Return from Ireland and To His Coy Mistress. Key themes include time and mortality, desire and persuasion, and public duty and private conscience.
Reading pathway
Begin with To His Coy Mistress.