Bayard Taylor

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The Lands of the Saracen (eBook, ePUB)

Pictures of Palestine, Asia Minor, Sicily, and Spain

Beschreibung

In "The Lands of the Saracen," Bayard Taylor offers an evocative exploration of the Middle East, encapsulating its rich landscapes, diverse cultures, and historical significance. Written in the mid-19th century, Taylor'Äôs narrative adopts a blend of travelogue and evocative prose, immersing readers in his vivid observations and emotional reflections. The literary style reflects the Romantic period's fascination with the exotic and the sublime, as Taylor masterfully weaves together personal anecdotes with extensive cultural commentary, creating a vivid tableau of a world often romanticized and misunderstood in Western discourse. Bayard Taylor was an acclaimed author, poet, and travel writer whose global excursions deeply influenced his literary output. He traveled extensively in Europe and the Middle East, gaining firsthand experience of the cultures he depicted. His earlier works, along with his steadfast advocacy for understanding and appreciating different cultures, laid the groundwork for this seminal book. Taylor's unique perspective was shaped by his belief in the interconnectedness of humanity, enabling him to present a more nuanced view of the Saracen lands than his contemporaries. "The Lands of the Saracen" is highly recommended for readers interested in travel literature, cultural studies, and the historical context of the Middle East. Taylor'Äôs eloquent prose and keen observations provide insights that remain pertinent today, making this work a timeless resource that continues to resonate with modern audiences.

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Autor

Bayard Taylor was an American poet, literary critic, translator, travel author, and diplomat. As a poet, he was extremely popular, with an audience of almost 4,000 attending a poetry reading once, setting a record that remained for 85 years. His travelogues were well-received in both the United States and Britain. He held diplomatic appointments in both Russia and Prussia. Taylor was born January 11, 1825, in Kennett Square, Chester County, Pennsylvania. He was the fourth son of Quaker couple Joseph and Rebecca Taylor, and the first to reach maturity. His mother was of half Swiss descent. His father was an affluent farmer. Charles Frederick Taylor, Bayard's younger brother, was a Union Army colonel killed in action during the Battle of Gettysburg in 1863. Bayard obtained his early education at an academy in West Chester, Pennsylvania, and later in nearby Unionville. At seventeen, he was apprenticed to a printer in West Chester. Rufus Wilmot Griswold, a renowned critic and editor, pushed him to produce poems. The resulting anthology, Ximena, or the Battle of the Sierra Morena and Other Poems, was published in 1844 and dedicated to Griswold.

Produktdetails

• Verlag: Good Press
• Seitenzahl: 392
• Erscheinungstermin: 25. November 2019
• Englisch
• ISBN-13: 4057664645265
• Artikelnr.: 58561494