John Donne (1572-1631) was an influential metaphysical poet whose personal spirituality was central to most of his work. His poetry featured psychological analysis and sexual realism that marked a dramatic departure from traditional, genteel verse of the time.

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6. Donne (1572 – 1631) was the most influential
metaphysical poet. His personal
relationship with spirituality is at the center
of most of his work, and the psychological
analysis and sexual realism of his work
marked a dramatic departure from
traditional, genteel verse.