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A Defence of Poetry and Other Essays
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PhilosophyLetters & EssaysLiterary Criticism
ISBN13: 9781023012614
Publisher: Anson Street Press
Published: Mar 28 2025
Pages: 70
Weight: 0.24
Height: 0.15 Width: 6.14 Depth: 9.21
Language: English
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.
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