The Cambridge Companion to Shelley
Part of Cambridge Companions to Literature
- Editor: Timothy Morton, Rice University, Houston
- Date Published: September 2006
- availability: Available
- format: Paperback
- isbn: 9780521533430
Paperback
Other available formats:
Hardback, eBook
Looking for an inspection copy?
This title is not currently available on inspection
-
Percy Bysshe Shelley (1792–1822) was an extraordinary poet, playwright and essayist, revolutionary both in his ideas and in his artistic theory and practice. This 2006 collection of original essays by an international group of specialists is a comprehensive survey of the life, works and times of this radical Romantic writer. Three sections cover Shelley's life and posthumous reception; the basics of his poetry, prose and drama; and his immersion in the currents of philosophical and political thinking and practice. As well as providing a wide-ranging look at the state of existing scholarship, the Companion develops and enriches our understanding of Shelley. Significant new contributions include fresh assessments of Shelley's narratives, his view of philosophy, and his role in emerging views about ecology. With its chronology and guide to further reading, this lively and accessible Companion is an invaluable guide for students and scholars of Shelley and of Romanticism.
Read more- Includes new essays, guide to further reading and a chronology of Shelley's life and times
- Brings out the radical aspects of Shelley's thought on philosophy and politics
- The ideal introduction to Shelley's works, the context of his time, and his critical reception
Reviews & endorsements
'Timothy Morton is a progressive choice of editor: he has brought new perspectives to Shelley studies (especially in his work on vegetarianism and eco-criticism) and constantly challenges his peers, much in the spirit of Shelley, not to lose the present and always to consider the future. He is a vibrant, lively presence and tries to make Shelley more accessible. … Morton, another adept philosopher-critic, ends the volume with the essay 'Nature and Culture' … This essay is particularly good on Shelley's unorthodox and profound understanding of reality, which is based on an opposition to the tyranny of habit, something Shelley saw as draining the life out of what it means to be human. It is a fitting end to a volume which … is forward looking, bursting with ideas and full of potential, much like its subject.' Advance Access
See more reviews'This lively collection of essays banishes notions of Shelley the harmless "romantic" lyric poet, … a chronological mapping of Shelley's brief and intense life and career is presented, providing the reader with a solid introduction to key events and themes of the poet's life. … the book is easily navigable. … Highly recommended for libraries supporting contemporary literature and poetry courses at undergraduate level and above.' Reference Reviews
Customer reviews
Not yet reviewed
Be the first to review
Review was not posted due to profanity
×Product details
- Date Published: September 2006
- format: Paperback
- isbn: 9780521533430
- length: 244 pages
- dimensions: 227 x 159 x 14 mm
- weight: 0.4kg
- availability: Available
Table of Contents
Chronology Theresa Kelley
Introduction Timothy Morton
Part I. Lives and Afterlives:
1. Life and biographies Theresa Kelley
2. Receptions Timothy Morton
Part II. Works:
3. The lyricist Karen Weisman
4. The dramatist Jeffrey Cox
5. The storyteller John Patrick Donovan
6. The translator Jeffrey C. Robinson
7. The political poet William Keach
Part III. Ideas, Beliefs, Affiliations:
8. Language and form Jerrold Hogle
9. Literature and philosophy Paul Hamilton
10. Nature and culture Timothy Morton
11. Further reading.
Related Books
Sorry, this resource is locked
Please register or sign in to request access. If you are having problems accessing these resources please email [email protected]
Register Sign in» Proceed
You are now leaving the Cambridge University Press website. Your eBook purchase and download will be completed by our partner www.ebooks.com. Please see the permission section of the www.ebooks.com catalogue page for details of the print & copy limits on our eBooks.
Continue ×Are you sure you want to delete your account?
This cannot be undone.
Thank you for your feedback which will help us improve our service.
If you requested a response, we will make sure to get back to you shortly.
×