The Complete Works: Poetry, Plays, Letters and Extensive Biographies: Enriched edition. A Journey Through Nature, Love, and Beauty in Poetry and Letters

John Keats's 'The Complete Works: Poetry, Plays, Letters and Extensive Biographies' offers a comprehensive examination of the poet's oeuvre, showcasing his sensational Romanticism infused with vivid imagery and profound emotional depth. This compilation not only presents his iconic poems such as 'Ode to a Nightingale' and 'Hyperion,' but also includes plays and personal letters that reveal the intricacies of his thoughts on beauty, mortality, and human experience. Keats employs a lyrical style that intertwines personal reflection with universal themes, placing him amidst the pillar of Romantic literature alongside contemporaries like Byron and Wordsworth. Keats, born in 1795 in London, faced a tumultuous life marked by personal loss and health struggles, experiences that deeply informed his writing. His early experiences as an apothecary and his close relationships with fellow writers led him to explore the complexities of emotion and existential contemplation in his works. The influence of Greek mythology and his keen appreciation for nature and art permeate his poetry, distinguishing him as a pivotal figure in the literary canon. For readers and admirers of poetry, 'The Complete Works' serves as an essential resource, inviting them to engage with Keats's passionate exploration of life's fleeting beauty and the creative impulse. Those seeking to understand the Romantic ethos will find in these pages not just poetry, but a lifelong conversation about art and existence.

In this enriched edition, we have carefully created added value for your reading experience: - A comprehensive Introduction outlines these selected works' unifying features, themes, or stylistic evolutions. - The Author Biography highlights personal milestones and literary influences that shape the entire body of writing. - A Historical Context section situates the works in their broader era—social currents, cultural trends, and key events that underpin their creation. - A concise Synopsis (Selection) offers an accessible overview of the included texts, helping readers navigate plotlines and main ideas without revealing critical twists. - A unified Analysis examines recurring motifs and stylistic hallmarks across the collection, tying the stories together while spotlighting the different work's strengths. - Reflection questions inspire deeper contemplation of the author's overarching message, inviting readers to draw connections among different texts and relate them to modern contexts. - Lastly, our hand‐picked Memorable Quotes distill pivotal lines and turning points, serving as touchstones for the collection's central themes.

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Ebook: 7 gennaio 2024