The Visions of England (eBook)

Lyrics on leading men and events in English History

Francis Turner Palgrave (Autor)

Henry Morley (Herausgeber)

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2022
115 Seiten
DigiCat (Verlag)
859-654736897-7 (EAN)

Infos

In "The Visions of England," Francis Turner Palgrave presents a poetic exploration of the English landscape and spirit through a series of lyrical reflections. This collection, written in the mid-19th century, captures the tension between romantic idealism and the realities of burgeoning industrialization. Palgrave's literary style, characterized by its vivid imagery and emotive language, evokes a deep sense of place while intertwining historical and natural themes that resonate with the national identity of England during a transformative period. The interplay of personal experience with broader cultural narratives fosters an intimate connection between the reader and the English countryside. Francis Turner Palgrave was not only a poet but also a literary critic and anthologist, whose professional milieu included significant literary figures of the Victorian era. His experiences in academia and his role in the development of the influential "Palgrave's Golden Treasury" enriched his understanding of poetry's cultural impact and guided his contemplative insights in "The Visions of England". Palgrave's passion for capturing the essence of England was likely influenced by both the Romantic movement and the changing social landscape of his time, which he skillfully weaves into his work. Readers seeking a profound engagement with England's terrain, as well as its deeper emotional and spiritual narratives, will find "The Visions of England" an enlightening companion. Palgrave's fusion of personal introspection with societal reflections offers a rare glimpse into the psyche of England, making this collection a vital read for those interested in the intersection of landscape and literature.

Autor

Francis Turner Palgrave (1824-1897) was a distinguished British critic, anthologist, and poet, renowned for his enduring work, 'The Golden Treasury of the Best Songs and Lyrical Poems in the English Language' which has served as an influential poetry anthology since its first publication in 1861. Born into a cultured environment, he was the son of Sir Francis Palgrave, a well-known historian, which naturally inclined him towards an appreciation of literature and the arts. Palgrave's pursuit of poetry was paralleled by his academic endeavors; he attended Charterhouse and Balliol College, Oxford before embarking upon a career as an educator and later, a civil servant. Although he had a bureaucratic career, his true passion lay in the literary arena, and his contributions therein are significant. 'The Visions of England' reveals his poetic talent and an adeptness for crafting verses that evoke a sense of national pride & history. In this collection, he explores the English identity through interwoven themes of landscape, tradition, and community, reflecting a Victorian era sentimentality. Palgrave's work remains of interest not only to scholars of Victorian literature but also to those who explore the intersections of poetry and national consciousness. His masterful curatorial skills, particularly with 'The Golden Treasury,' position Francis Turner Palgrave as a key figure in nineteenth-century English literary culture.

Produkt-Details

• Erscheint lt. Verlag: 16.9.2022
• Verlagsort: Prague
• Sprache: englisch
• Themenwelt: Literatur ► Essays / Feuilleton
• Themenwelt: Literatur ► Lyrik / Dramatik ► Lyrik / Gedichte
• Themenwelt: Geisteswissenschaften ► Geschichte
• Schlagworte: 19th century historical writings • Academic poet • British history and literature • British Literature • classic English essays • cultural consciousness • England historical essays • English cultural heritage • English cultural legacy • English literature • English patriotism in literature • Francis Turner Palgrave literature • Great Britain • historical English traditions • historical narrative • History • Landscape and Identity • Literary heritage • lyrical imagery reflections • Lyrical timepiece • National identity England • national pride exploration • nineteenth century literature • Palgrave's poetic vision • Patriotic fervor • Poetic rendition • Poetry • Poetry and prose collection • romanticism and identity • Victorian era England • Victorian historical poetry • Victorian nostalgia poems • Visions of England book