Algernon Charles Swinburne

A Century of Roundels (eBook, ePUB)

Lyrical Verses and Sensual Symbolism: A Victorian Poetry Compilation

• Format: ePub

Produktbeschreibung

In 'A Century of Roundels' by Algernon Charles Swinburne, the reader is presented with a collection of his poetic works, characterized by their lyrical and musical quality. Each roundel, a form of short poem with a strict structure, showcases Swinburne's mastery of language and rhythm, as well as his keen observation of nature and human emotions. Written in the 19th century during the Victorian era, Swinburne's poetry reflects the Aesthetic movement and Pre-Raphaelite influences, emphasizing beauty and sensuality. The book's elegant and intricate verse invites readers into a world of passion and delicate imagery. Algernon Charles Swinburne's 'A Century of Roundels' is a timeless contribution to English literature, showcasing the poet's innovative style and profound understanding of the human experience. Swinburne's unique perspective and poetic skill make this collection a must-read for lovers of poetry and those interested in the cultural landscape of the Victorian era.

Produktdetails

• Verlag: Good Press
• Seitenzahl: 123
• Erscheinungstermin: 2. Dezember 2019
• Englisch
• ISBN-13: 4057664594976
• Artikelnr.: 58596893

Autorenporträt

Mark Scroggins was born on a military base in Frankfurt am Main, and grew up in various places before ultimately settling in Tennessee. He was educated at Virginia Tech and Cornell University, and taught for many years at Florida Atlantic University. He now lives in Montclair, New Jersey, and Manhattan. He has published four books of poetry, and his The Poem of a Life: A Biography of Louis Zukofsky (Shoemaker & Hoard, 2007) was widely reviewed. His essays and reviews have been collected in Intricate Thicket: Reading Late Modernist Poetries (University of Alabama Press, 2015) and The Mathematic Sublime: Writing About Poetry (MadHat, 2016).