Prose in the Age of Poets

Prose in the Age of Poets
Author: Annette Wheeler Cafarelli
Publisher: University of Pennsylvania Press
Total Pages: 312
Release: 2015-09-30
Genre: Literary Criticism
ISBN: 1512801267

In Prose in the Age of Poets, Annette Wheeler Cafarelli demonstrates that nonfictional narrative of the time was a central expression of British Romanticism. The rise of interest in the individual traditionally associated with Romantic autobiography was actually part of a wider cultural interest in biography—especially literary biography. Following Johnson's lead in the Lives of the Poets, virtually every major writer of the period experimented with sequences of short, anecdotal lives that became a characteristic Romantic vehicle for discussing theories of creativity, canon, and the place of the poet in society. The Romantics took in new directions the examination of the relation of artists' lives and works, biographers and their subjects, and texts and their readers. Romantic biography, Cafarelli contends, offers a perspective from which to reconsider conventional boundaries of genre, periodization, and the movement from Neoclassicism to Romanticism. In examining the Romantics as prose writers and biographers, Cafarelli explores the affiliations between Romantic theories of reading and writing and twentieth-century critical methodologies. She situates the biographical writings of the major poets, including Wordsworth, Coleridge, and Byron, in the context of detailed analyses of biographies by Johnson, Hazlitt, De Quincey, Scott, Southey, and other lesser-known contemporaries. Prose in the Age of Poets will interest scholars and students of Romanticism, Johnson, biography and autobiography, and narrative theory.

The Broadview Anthology of Literature of the Revolutionary Period 1770-1832

The Broadview Anthology of Literature of the Revolutionary Period 1770-1832
Author: D.L. Macdonald
Publisher: Broadview Press
Total Pages: 1609
Release: 2010-03-04
Genre: Literary Collections
ISBN: 1551110512

The selections from 132 authors in this anthology represent gender, social class, and racial and national origin as inclusively as possible, providing both greater context for canonical works and a sense of the era’s richness and diversity. In terms of genre, poetry, non-fiction prose, philosophy, educational writing, and prose fiction are included. Geographically, America, Canada, Australia, India, and Africa are represented along with Britain, emphasizing Romantic literature as a world literature. Biographical headnotes, explanatory footnotes, and an extensive bibliography clarify and illuminate the texts for readers.

Dryden and Pope in the Early 19th Century

Dryden and Pope in the Early 19th Century
Author: Amarsinghe
Publisher: Cambridge University Press
Total Pages: 262
Release: 2010
Genre: English literature
ISBN: 0521040264

This neatly conducted argument, examining the phenomenon of 'romanticism', is a model survey of how changes in literary taste are brought about.

Three Novels - Headlong Hall - Nightmare Abbey - Crotchet Castle

Three Novels - Headlong Hall - Nightmare Abbey - Crotchet Castle
Author: Thomas Love Peacock
Publisher: Read Books Ltd
Total Pages: 282
Release: 2018-11-22
Genre: Fiction
ISBN: 1447486404

This volume contains three novels by English novelist Thomas Love Peacock, including “Headlong Hall”, “Nightmare Abbey”, and “Crotchet Castle”. Thomas Love Peacock (18 October 1785 – 23 January 1866) was an English poet, novelist, and important figure in the East India Company. A good friend of Percy Bysshe Shelley, they both had a significant influence on each other's work. Peacock was most famous for writing satirical novels, which usually involved characters sat around a table discussing contemporary philosophical ideas. This collection is not to be missed by lovers of Peacock's marvellous work, and it would make for a fine addition to any discerning bookshelf. Other notable works by this author include: “Maid Marian” (1822), “Gryll Grange” (1861), and “Melincourt” (1817). Many vintage books such as this are increasingly scarce and expensive. It is with this in mind that we are republishing this volume now in an affordable, modern, high-quality edition complete with intoductory essays by Sir Walter Raleigh and Virginia Woolf.

Crotchet Castle

Crotchet Castle
Author: Thomas Love Peacock
Publisher: Namaskar Book
Total Pages: 116
Release: 2024-02-02
Genre: Fiction
ISBN:

Step into the whimsical world of "Crotchet Castle" by Thomas Love Peacock. Join the esteemed author as he invites you on a delightful journey filled with satire, wit, and intellectual banter. As you delve into Peacock's enchanting narrative, prepare to be enchanted by the eccentric characters and their lively conversations. From the grand halls of Crotchet Castle to the picturesque countryside, each scene is imbued with charm, humor, and a touch of absurdity. But beyond the laughter and satire, "Crotchet Castle" explores deeper themes of society, philosophy, and the pursuit of knowledge. Peacock's sharp wit and keen observation of human nature add layers of complexity to the narrative, inviting readers to ponder the absurdities of life and the follies of mankind. Yet, amidst the whimsy and intellectual banter, a profound question emerges: What timeless truths can we glean from Peacock's satirical masterpiece, and how do they resonate with our own experiences of society and culture? Engage with Peacock's brilliant satire through clever dialogue and witty repartee that illuminate the quirks and contradictions of human behavior. As the characters engage in lively debates and absurd adventures, they offer valuable insights into the nature of humanity and the absurdities of society. Now, as you wander the halls of Crotchet Castle alongside Peacock's colorful cast of characters, consider this: How can their whimsical antics and intellectual musings inspire us to question convention, embrace curiosity, and seek truth? Don't miss the opportunity to explore the delightful world of "Crotchet Castle." Acquire your copy today and immerse yourself in a world of laughter, intellect, and timeless wisdom that will leave you both entertained and enlightened. ```