A DEFENCE OF POETRY AND OTHER ESSAYS - Shelley Percy Bysshe
Percy Bysshe Shelley's "A Defence of Poetry and Other Essays" is a cornerstone of Romantic era literature and a vital contribution to literary criticism and aesthetics. This collection showcases Shelley's profound insights into the power and purpose of poetry, exploring its role in shaping morality, imagination, and society. "A Defence of Poetry," the collection's centerpiece, offers a passionate argument for poetry's enduring significance.
Beyond this seminal work, the volume includes a range of Shelley's essays, providing further glimpses into his philosophical and artistic perspectives. These essays delve into diverse subjects related to literature, aesthetics, and the human condition, revealing the breadth of Shelley's intellectual curiosity.
This edition makes Shelley's essays accessible in a meticulously prepared print format, preserving the integrity of the original text. A valuable resource for students, scholars, and anyone interested in English essays, the Romantic era, or the foundations of literary theory. Explore Shelley's timeless reflections on the nature of art and its impact on the world.
This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.
This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.
Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.
EAN: 9781023012614
Percy Bysshe Shelley's "A Defence of Poetry and Other Essays" is a cornerstone of Romantic era literature and a vital contribution to literary criticism and aesthetics. This collection showcases Shelley's profound insights into the power and purpose of poetry, exploring its role in shaping morality, imagination, and society. "A Defence of Poetry," the collection's centerpiece, offers a passionate argument for poetry's enduring significance.
Beyond this seminal work, the volume includes a range of Shelley's essays, providing further glimpses into his philosophical and artistic perspectives. These essays delve into diverse subjects related to literature, aesthetics, and the human condition, revealing the breadth of Shelley's intellectual curiosity.
This edition makes Shelley's essays accessible in a meticulously prepared print format, preserving the integrity of the original text. A valuable resource for students, scholars, and anyone interested in English essays, the Romantic era, or the foundations of literary theory. Explore Shelley's timeless reflections on the nature of art and its impact on the world.
This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.
This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.
Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.
EAN: 9781023012614