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Selected Poetry (Paperback)
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Selected Poetry (Paperback)
Series: Oxford World's Classics
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John Keats's abiding poetic legacy is one of extraordinary and
triumphant richness. Before the moment of `self-will' when he
declared his intention to be a poet, Keats (1795-1821) had chosen
the medical profession. His apothecary's training influenced his
conception of poetry as an art that could mitigate the world's
suffering. Keats's generous spirit triumphed over personal sadness,
finding expression in his concept of life as a `vale of
Soul-making' rather than a vale of tears. He published only three
volumes before his death at the age of 25, and, while many of his
contemporaries quickly recognized his genius, snobbery and
political hostility led the Tory press to vilify him. This
selection, chosen from the Oxford Authors critical edition of
Keats's major works, demonstrates the remarkable growth in maturity
of his verse, from early poems such as `Imitation of Spenser' and
`Ode to Apollo' to later work such as 'The Eve of St Agnes', `Ode
to a Nightingale', and `To Autumn'. Elizabeth Cook's introduction,
notes and glossary of classical names offer helpful insights into
Keats's life and work. ABOUT THE SERIES: For over 100 years Oxford
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commitment to scholarship, providing the most accurate text plus a
wealth of other valuable features, including expert introductions
by leading authorities, helpful notes to clarify the text,
up-to-date bibliographies for further study, and much more.
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