Author : Shelley Percy Bysshe
Release : 2023-07
Genre : Literary Collections
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A Defence Of Poetry And Other Essays - read free eBook in online reader or directly download on the web page. Select files or add your book in reader. Download and read online ebook A Defence Of Poetry And Other Essays write by Shelley Percy Bysshe. This book was released on 2023-07. A Defence Of Poetry And Other Essays available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Percy Bysshe Shelley, one of the most well-known poets of the Romantic period, published a collection of essays titled "A Defence of Poetry and Other Essays" in 1818. Several notable articles that provide deep insights on the nature and function of poetry, as well as other subjects including art, politics, and society, are included in this book. In literary criticism, the article with the same title, "A Defence of Poetry," is regarded as a classic. According to Shelley, poetry has a strong influence that goes beyond simple enjoyment and plays a significant part in influencing society. He argues that poetry has the power to spark the imagination, motivate moral and social change, and foster a better knowledge of the human condition. The eloquence, poetic sensitivity, and visionary viewpoint that define Shelley's writing. His work is characterized by a deep trust in the transformational power of art and a sincere excitement for the power of the imagination. In addition to demonstrating Shelley's talent as a poet, "A Defence of Poetry and Other Essays" also demonstrates his breadth of knowledge and dedication to utilizing literature as a tool for social and political reform.