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Explore the profound genius of John Keats with 'The Complete Poems of John Keats,' a definitive edition published by Wordsworth Editions Ltd in 1994. This beautifully crafted paperback collection includes all of Keats' poetry, highlighting both his early and most celebrated works. Immerse yourself in the Romantic era as you discover iconic pieces like the revered 'Odes' and the pivotal, but unfinished epic 'Hyperion.' With an insightful introduction by Paul Wright, this volume contextualizes Keats' poetic legacy against the backdrop of a tumultuous period in English history, following the French Revolution. You'll also find lesser-known works that emerged posthumously, offering a glimpse into his dramatic and comic ambitions that further illuminate his poetic journey. This collection serves not only as an essential resource for poetry enthusiasts and scholars alike but also as a treasure for anyone seeking beauty and truth in the written word. It stands as a testament to Keats' aspiration to be remembered as one of the great English poets. Elevate your literary collection with this exquisite edition and experience why John Keats remains a pillar of English poetry. Fast shipping is available, ensuring you receive this classic work promptly.
CONDITION: BRAND NEW
Title: The Complete Poems of John Keats
Publisher: Wordsworth Editions Ltd
Publication Date: 1994
Binding: Paperback
Details:
With an Introduction by Paul Wright. 'What the imagination seizes as Beauty must be truth' So wrote the Romantic poet John Keats (1795-1821) in 1817. This collection contains all of his poetry: the early work, which is often undervalued even today, the poems on which his reputation rests including the 'Odes' and the two versions of the uncompleted epic 'Hyperion', and work which only came to light after his death including his attempts at drama and comic verse., It all demonstrates the extent to which he tested his own dictum throughout his short creative life. That life spanned one of the most remarkable periods in English history in the aftermath of the French Revolution and this collection, with its detailed introductions and notes, aims to place the poems very much in their context. The collection is ample proof that Keats deservedly achieved his wish to 'be among the English Poets after my death'
CONDITION: BRAND NEW
Title: The Complete Poems of John Keats
Publisher: Wordsworth Editions Ltd
Publication Date: 1994
Binding: Paperback
Details:
With an Introduction by Paul Wright. 'What the imagination seizes as Beauty must be truth' So wrote the Romantic poet John Keats (1795-1821) in 1817. This collection contains all of his poetry: the early work, which is often undervalued even today, the poems on which his reputation rests including the 'Odes' and the two versions of the uncompleted epic 'Hyperion', and work which only came to light after his death including his attempts at drama and comic verse., It all demonstrates the extent to which he tested his own dictum throughout his short creative life. That life spanned one of the most remarkable periods in English history in the aftermath of the French Revolution and this collection, with its detailed introductions and notes, aims to place the poems very much in their context. The collection is ample proof that Keats deservedly achieved his wish to 'be among the English Poets after my death'