Some eminent Victorians: Personal recollections in the world of art and letters (eBook)

Insights into Victorian cultural figures and literary reminiscences

J. Comyns Carr (Autor)

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2023
220 Seiten
Good Press (Verlag)
406-633952260-2 (EAN)

Infos

In "Some Eminent Victorians: Personal Recollections in the World of Art and Letters," J. Comyns Carr offers a captivating chronicle of his experiences with some of the era's most prominent figures in the British art and literary scenes. Written with a meticulous eye for detail and a reflective prose style, Carr's work serves as a rich tapestry of personal anecdotes that illuminate the public personas and private lives of these luminaries. Set against the backdrop of the Victorian Age'Äîa period marked by artistic innovation and literary prowess'Äîthis collection reflects the complex interplay between the individuals' artistic ambitions and the societal expectations of their time. As a prominent art critic and a close associate of many key Victorian figures, J. Comyns Carr's insightful perspective is informed by his intimate relationships with artists and authors like George Frederic Watts and Dante Gabriel Rossetti. His deep engagement with the artistic movements of his time, combined with an understanding of the intricacies of human character, enabled him to curate these memorable recollections that bridge the gap between personal affection and critical analysis. "Some Eminent Victorians" not only enriches our understanding of the Victorian art scene but also invites readers to contemplate the nuances of artistic legacy. This book is an essential read for those interested in the intersection of biography, art, and literary history, offering a profound glimpse into the vibrant culture that shaped modern Britain.

Produkt-Details

• Erscheint lt. Verlag: 9.7.2023
• Verlagsort: Prague
• Sprache: englisch
• Themenwelt: Literatur ► Biografien / Erfahrungsberichte
• Themenwelt: Literatur ► Essays / Feuilleton
• Schlagworte: 19th century • 19th-century letters • 19th Century Writers • art and letters • artistic figures England • British Literature • cultural figures • cultural milieu England • Eminent authors • Engaging narrative style • English literature • Great Britain • historical insights Victorian • historical reflections art • Intellectual life • literary biographies • literary history 1800s • literary memoir • literary reminiscences • personal recollections • scholarly resource Victorian • Victorian • Victorian art scene • Victorian Literature • visual arts