Binding: Paperback
Description: 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.
Title: Selected Poetry
Author(s): Keats John, Elizabeth Cook
Publisher: Oxford University Press
Barcode: 9780199553952
Pages: 288 Pages
Publication Date: 2/15/2009
Series: Oxford World's Classics
Category: Literary Studies: Poetry & Poets