John Keats Selected Poetry (Paperback) Oxford World's Classics (UK IMPORT)

Description: Further DetailsTitle: Selected PoetryCondition: NewEAN: 9780199553952ISBN: 9780199553952Publisher: Oxford University PressFormat: PaperbackRelease Date: 09/11/2008Item Height: 196mmItem Length: 129mmItem Width: 17mmAuthor: John KeatsLanguage: EnglishISBN-10: 0199553955Description: John Keats's abiding poetic legacy is one of extraordinary and triumphant richness. Before the moment of `self-will' when he declared his intention to be a poet, Keats (1795-1821) had chosen the medical profession. His apothecary's training influenced his conception of poetry as an art that could mitigate the world's suffering. Keats's generous spirit triumphed over personal sadness, finding expression in his concept of life as a `vale of Soul-making' rather than a vale of tears. He published only three volumes before his death at the age of 25, and, while many of his contemporaries quickly recognized his genius, snobbery and political hostility led the Tory press to vilify him. This selection, chosen from the Oxford Authors critical edition of Keats's major works, demonstrates the remarkable growth in maturity of his verse, from early poems such as `Imitation of Spenser' and `Ode to Apollo' to later work such as 'The Eve of St Agnes', `Ode to a Nightingale', and `To Autumn'. Elizabeth Cook's introduction, notes and glossary of classical names offer helpful insights into Keats's life and work. ABOUT THE SERIES: For over 100 years Oxford World's Classics has made available the widest range of literature from around the globe. Each affordable volume reflects Oxford's commitment to scholarship, providing the most accurate text plus a wealth of other valuable features, including expert introductions by leading authorities, helpful notes to clarify the text, up-to-date bibliographies for further study, and much more.Country/Region of Manufacture: GBGenre: Literary CriticismBook Series: Oxford World's ClassicsTopic: Poetry & DramaContributor: Elizabeth Cook (Edited by)Item Weight: 214gRelease Year: 2008 Missing Information?Please contact us if any details are missing and where possible we will add the information to our listing.

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