Century of Roundels

Published in the late 19th century, 'A Century of Roundels' by Algernon Charles Swinburne is a collection of poems written in the unique roundel form, which Swinburne himself devised. Each roundel consists of nine lines with a specific rhyme scheme and refrains, showcasing the poet's mastery of rhythm and structure. Dedicated to his friend Christina Rossetti, this work not only highlights Swinburne's innovative contributions to English poetry but also influenced Rossetti's own poetic endeavors in the same form.