A review by theverbalthing
Idylls of the King and a Selection of Poems by George Barker, Alfred Tennyson

5.0

Gorgeous. I mean, absolutely stunning poetry. Tennyson's exploration of the dark side of love, and how it can overtake the very greatest of men (Merlin and King Arthur included), is one of the most breathtaking and painful pieces of poetic, historical fiction that I've ever read. I could honestly sit and read and analyze these poems for hours. There's so much to interpret, so much to enjoy... If you're a fan of Arthurian legend, you should absolutely take a look at Idylls. Same goes for anyone who's a fan of poetry or who has an interest in romance and the various ways that it manifests itself.