The Life and Times of John Keats: Complete Personal letters & Two Extensive Biographies (eBook)

Unveiling the Heart of a Romantic Poet: Intimate Letters & Detailed Biographies

John Keats (Autor)

eBook Download: EPUB

2023
916 Seiten
Good Press (Verlag)
859-654767972-1 (EAN)

Infos

In "The Life and Times of John Keats: Complete Personal Letters & Two Extensive Biographies," the reader is offered an intimate glimpse into the mind of one of the key figures of the Romantic movement. This compilation masterfully intertwines Keats'Äôs personal letters with two extensive biographies, revealing not only his literary maturity but also his profound emotional struggles and aspirations. Written in a style that reflects the lyrical beauty and depth of Keats's poetry, this work contextualizes his correspondence within the tumultuous historical backdrop of early 19th-century England, providing insight into the cultural and philosophical currents that influenced his writings. John Keats (1795-1821) was a seminal figure who emerged from humble beginnings, influenced significantly by his experiences with love, loss, and illness. His brief life was marked by personal tragedy, including the loss of family members and his own struggle with tuberculosis, which ultimately shaped the themes within his poetry and letters. Keats's passionate pursuit of beauty and truth in a transient world fueled his desire to connect with his contemporaries and posterity. This book is highly recommended for readers seeking a deeper understanding of Keats's thoughts, relationships, and creative process. Scholars and enthusiasts alike will find this collection indispensable for grasping the complexities of Keats'Äôs life and work, illuminating the timeless relevance of his poetic vision.

Produkt-Details

• Erscheint lt. Verlag: 27.11.2023
• Verlagsort: Prague
• Sprache: englisch
• Themenwelt: Literatur ► Anthologien
• Themenwelt: Literatur ► Biografien / Erfahrungsberichte
• Themenwelt: Literatur ► Lyrik / Dramatik ► Lyrik / Gedichte
• Schlagworte: 19th century literature • Alexander Pope • Biographies • English literary history • English literature • F. Scott Fitzgerald • Henry James • introspective poetry analysis • John Keats • John Milton • Keats biographical studies • Letters • letters from John Keats • life of a romanticist • Literary Biography • Literary criticism • Literary History • Lord Byron • Oscar Wilde • personal letters collection • poetic influences exploration • Poetry • romantic era • romantic era correspondence • romantic poet • romantic poet biography • Shelley • Thomas Hardy • T. S. Eliot • William Blake