Swinburne (Classic Reprint): A Lecture Delivered Before the University on April 30, 1909 - Couverture souple

Mackail, J. W.

 
9781331257905: Swinburne (Classic Reprint): A Lecture Delivered Before the University on April 30, 1909

Synopsis

A clear, insightful look at Swinburne’s poetry and its lasting impact. This lecture-era study explains how his bold verse and vivid art shaped Victorian letters and the imagination of readers then and now.

In this edition, the reader encounters a thoughtful portrait of Swinburne, from his early, dazzling rhythmic powers to the later poetry that still excites debate. It covers his Italian and Greek influences, the way his work was received, and how critics have weighed the strength and limits of his lyric genius.

What you’ll experience
- A balanced overview of Swinburne’s life, works, and artistic circle
- Analysis of the lavish language and the effects it had on audiences
- Discussion of cultural influences, especially Italian and Greek traditions
- Critical perspective on how his later poetry compares with earlier achievements

Ideal for readers of literary criticism, Victorian poetry, and anyone exploring the craft of lyric verse.

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