John Addington Symonds

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Sketches and Studies in Italy and Greece, First Series (eBook, ePUB)

Journey Through Mediterranean History and Beauty

Redaktion: Brown, Horatio Robert Forbes

Beschreibung

In "Sketches and Studies in Italy and Greece, First Series," John Addington Symonds presents a captivating exploration of the cultural and artistic landscapes of Italy and Greece during the 19th century. This meticulously crafted collection employs a blend of vivid descriptive language and reflective prose, revealing Symonds's reverence for classical antiquity and the Renaissance. Within its pages, he traverses various themes such as history, architecture, and the visual arts, beautifully intertwining personal experiences with scholarly insights. His writing exhibits a clear passion for aesthetic beauty, contributing to the Romantic literary context while foreshadowing the emerging Victorian ethos that seeks to reconcile the past with contemporary values. John Addington Symonds was not only a celebrated poet and biographer, but also an ardent critic and scholar fascinated by the interplay between art and identity. His extensive studies in classical literature and history, as well as his own explorations of Italy and Greece, profoundly influenced his perspective on beauty and culture. Symonds's own experiences as a homosexual man in Victorian society informed his reflections, enriching his depictions of both ancient and contemporary worlds in compelling ways. This book is an essential read for anyone interested in the intersections of art, culture, and identity. Symonds's eloquent narration invites readers to immerse themselves in the rich tapestries of Italy and Greece, making it an invaluable resource for scholars, artists, and enthusiasts of history alike.

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John Addington Symonds (1840-1893) was an English poet and literary critic known for his work on the Renaissance and his explorations of same-sex love in historical contexts. With a scholarly rigor and poetic sensibility, Symonds bridged the gap between the academy and the lay reader. His magnum opus, 'Renaissance in Italy,' solidified his position as a distinguished historian of culture while his revelatory personal memoirs contributed to the early discourse on homosexuality. One of Symonds' notable works, 'Sketches and Studies in Italy and Greece, First Series,' is a collection of essays that reveal his deep affinity for Southern Europe and his meticulous attention to the art, literature, and society of the regions he observed so keenly. Symonds' prose often carried an introspective and romantic tone, weaving aesthetic criticism with profound reflections on the human condition. A multidimensional author, his oeuvre is characterized by the interplay between his intellectual pursuits and his emotional experiences, with each piece he wrote enriching our understanding of nineteenth-century thought and attitudes. His contributions extend beyond literature into the realm of social commentary, making him an enduring figure in Victorian studies and queer literary history.

Produktdetails

• Verlag: Good Press
• Seitenzahl: 326
• Erscheinungstermin: 11. Dezember 2019
• Englisch
• ISBN-13: 4064066227906
• Artikelnr.: 58930816