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English Literature Essay Preview: English Literature Report this essay The Post- Renaissance Period (c. 1625- c. 1660) Metaphysical poetry: Rational thinking influences literature; in poetry „Ñ-close unity of emotion and logical thought Master of metaphysical poetry: John Donne (1572- 1631), also George Herbert (1593-1633) Use of conceits: a surprising comparison worked out in great detail.