British Poetry: Renaissance to Romanticism by Dr. S. Priyadharisini & V. Vineeth is a comprehensive reference book designed for 4th Semester English Major students of Gauhati and other Indian Universities. Published by Mahaveer Publications, this book explores the evolution of British poetry from the Renaissance to the Romantic period, offering text, explanations, and question-answer sections for academic study.

The book is divided into two units (2 credits each):

• Unit 1 (Renaissance to Early 17th Century) covers poets like Philip Sidney, William Shakespeare, John Donne, George Herbert, Aemilia Lanyer, John Milton, and Ben Jonson, reflecting themes of love, spirituality, and personal struggles.
• Unit 2 (18th to Early 19th Century) includes works from Alexander Pope, Charlotte Smith, William Blake, William Wordsworth, Anne Letitia Barbauld, Percy Bysshe Shelley, and John Keats, showcasing the transition from Neoclassicism to Romanticism.

This book serves as an essential guide for students, offering critical insights, detailed explanations, and exam-oriented discussions, making it a valuable resource for English literature studies.