1600 to 1699: The Simple Cobler of Aggawam to "To Althea from Prison."

Chronology of World, British and American Literature.

Nathaniel Ward. American. 1647. Nonfiction. The Simple Cobler of Aggawam in America. Satirical denunciation of England, New England, the human race and women in particular.

Robert Herrick. British. 1648. Poetry. “To the Virgins, To Make Much of Time.” “Gather ye rosebuds while ye may/Old Time is still a-flying.”

Robert Herrick. British. 1648. Poetry. “Corinna’s Going A-Maying.” Implores late-sleeping mistress to rise and join May Day festivities. Life is too short. Urges love.

Robert Herrick. British. 1648. Poetry. “Delight in Disorder.” Little imperfections in lady’s dress are beguiling.

Richard Lovelace. British. 1649. Poetry. “To Althea from Prison.” True liberty, freedom of soul, cannot be threatened by chains and fetters.”