Overview
The Life of Percy Bysshe Shelley is a biography written by Thomas Jefferson Hogg, which provides a comprehensive account of the life and work of one of the most influential poets of the Romantic era. Percy Bysshe Shelley was a controversial figure during his lifetime, known for his radical political views and unconventional lifestyle. Hogg, who was a close friend and confidant of Shelley, offers a unique perspective on the poet's life, drawing on his personal experiences and intimate knowledge of his subject.The book covers Shelley's early years, his education at Eton and Oxford, his marriage to Mary Shelley, and his travels throughout Europe. Hogg explores Shelley's literary influences, including the work of William Wordsworth and Samuel Taylor Coleridge, and his own contributions to the Romantic movement. He also delves into Shelley's political beliefs, which were shaped by the French Revolution and his own experiences of social injustice.Throughout the biography, Hogg provides insight into Shelley's personal relationships, including his tumultuous marriage to Mary Shelley and his close friendships with other poets and thinkers of the time. He also examines Shelley's tragic death at the age of 29, which occurred when his boat capsized off the coast of Italy.Overall, The Life of Percy Bysshe Shelley is a fascinating portrait of a complex and enigmatic figure, written by someone who knew him intimately. It offers a valuable glimpse into the life and work of one of the greatest poets of the Romantic era, and sheds light on the political and social context in which his work was produced.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
- | Author: Thomas Jefferson Hogg
- | Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
- | Publication Date: May 15, 2006
- | Number of Pages: 604 pages
- | Binding: Paperback or Softback
- | ISBN-10: 1425499430
- | ISBN-13: 9781425499433
