The Story of Venus and Tannhäuser (eBook)

A Romantic Novel

Aubrey Beardsley (Autor)

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2022
29 Seiten
DigiCat (Verlag)
859-654725265-8 (EAN)

Infos

Aubrey Beardsley's "The Story of Venus and Tannhäuser" is a masterful and provocative retelling of the medieval legend surrounding the titular characters, blending decadence, sensuality, and tragedy in an intricate narrative. Beardsley employs his characteristic aestheticism and fin-de-siècle style to interweave rich visual illustrations and poetic prose, which collectively evoke the tumultuous era of the late Victorian period. The text's lush imagery and elaborate descriptions draw readers into a world where desire and artistic aspiration confront societal constraints, encapsulating the tension between the corporeal and the spiritual in vivid detail. Beardsley, a notable figure in the Aesthetic Movement, was profoundly influenced by the themes of sexuality and art as both forms of rebellion against Victorian moralism. His experience as a young artist during a time of great social and artistic upheaval inspired him to explore the boundaries of beauty and eroticism. The influence of writers like Oscar Wilde pervades Beardsley's work, as he sought to challenge prevailing norms and push the limits of artistic expression within an often prudish society. For readers drawn to the interplay of passion and tragedy, "The Story of Venus and Tannhäuser" serves as an essential exploration of the complexities of desire and the human condition. This beautifully crafted work not only appeals to aficionados of art and literature but also offers insights into the broader currents of 19th-century thought. Beardsley's tale invites readers to delve into a sensuous realm, making it a compelling addition to both literary and artistic collections.

Autor

Aubrey Beardsley, an English illustrator and author, was born on August 21, 1872, and died tragically young at the age of 25 on March 16, 1898, from tuberculosis. Despite his brief career, he made a significant impact on the aesthetics of the late 19th century, especially the Art Nouveau movement. Beardsley's distinct style of black ink drawings, characterized by an erotic and often grotesque flavor, was innovative and controversial, earning him both admirers and critics. His work includes illustrations for Oscar Wilde's play 'Salome' and the English literary periodical 'The Yellow Book.' One of Beardsley's rare ventures into authorship is 'The Story of Venus and Tannhäuser' (also known as 'Under the Hill'), an unfinished erotic novel infused with the decadence synonymous with his artistic vision. The narrative, which wraps sexual fantasy in mythical clothing, mirrors Beardsley's own fusion of the sensual and the fantastical in his artwork, and although not as widely recognized as his illustrations, it offers significant insight into his unique creative temperament, straddling the line between the sensuous and the satirical. Beardsley's contribution to literature and art remains influential, and his work continues to be studied for its singular blend of the macabre and the beautiful.

Produkt-Details

• Erscheint lt. Verlag: 4.9.2022
• Verlagsort: Prague
• Sprache: englisch
• Themenwelt: Literatur ► Anthologien
• Themenwelt: Literatur ► Fantasy / Science Fiction ► Fantasy
• Themenwelt: Literatur ► Märchen / Sagen
• Schlagworte: aesthetic movement themes • artistic illustrations • Art Nouveau Illustrations • art nouveau literature • Aubrey Beardsley literature • Avant-garde literary style • british author • Classic Romance • decadent movement books • Decadent storytelling • English literature • erotic legends fiction • Fantasy Fiction • Fiction • folklore inspiration • Imaginative prose artistry • Intricate visual narratives • literary adaptation • love and redemption • Love Stories • Medieval Germany • medieval romance fantasy • mythological character exploration • Mythological Characters • mythological fantasy • pre-Raphaelite influence • Roman deity • Romantic Period • Supernatural sensuality • Symbolism in literature • symbolist fiction • Tannhäuser • Tannhäuser legend novel • Venus • Venus mythology tale • Victorian era fantasy • Victorian myth retelling