Joseph Campbell

The Mountainy Singer

• Broschiertes Buch

Produktdetails

• Verlag: Creative Media Partners, LLC
• Seitenzahl: 84
• Erscheinungstermin: 18. Juli 2023
• Englisch
• Abmessung: 234mm x 156mm x 4mm
• Gewicht: 132g
• ISBN-13: 9781021362179
• ISBN-10: 1021362174
• Artikelnr.: 68813992

Autorenporträt

Joseph Campbell (1879-1944) was a notable Irish poet and lyricist, whose literary work was profoundly inspired by the rich folk tradition and the volatile political landscape of his homeland. 'The Mountainy Singer,' published in 1909, is among Campbell's celebrated collections that encapsulate the rustic beauty of rural Ireland, the spiritual connection with nature, and the poignant emotional undertones of political struggle. In this lyrical ensemble, Campbell's verse is often characterized by its melodic quality and its fusion of Celtic mythos with contemporary themes. His influence can be seen in the way he intertwines the personal with the national, framing individual experience within the broader narrative of Irish identity and resistance. Also known by the Gaelic name Seosamh Mac Cathmhaoil, Campbell's literary style, which merges simplicity with depth, is regarded as both accessible and profoundly moving. He was a part of the Irish Literary Revival, a movement that sought to cultivate a distinct Irish cultural identity and reclaim the nation's literary heritage. Throughout his career, Campbell's works have been lauded for their authenticity and lyricism, forging a legacy as a voice of the Irish spirit and making an indelible mark on early 20th-century Irish literature.