Brown's position is that Gay, Young, Johnson, Churchill, Goldsmith, Cowper, and Crabbe contributed in a unique way to the development of the heroic couplet. His analysis of the precise ways in which these later masters contributed to the tradition demonstrates the vitality of the heroic couplet. Originally published in 1948. A UNC Press Enduring Edition -- UNC Press Enduring Editions use the latest in digital technology to make available again books from our distinguished backlist that were previously out of print. These editions are published unaltered from the original, and are presented in affordable paperback formats, bringing readers both historical and cultural value.