Excerpt from The Life and Poetry of James Thomson
Chapter I. The Reputation of James Thomson Chapter II. Youth and Matilda (1834-1853) Chapter III. Study and Teaching (1853-1862) Chapter IV. Hackwork in London (1862-1870)
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Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This captivating volume explores the life and poetry of James Thomson, an enigmatic and talented Victorian poet whose work grappled with profound themes of melancholy and longing. Influenced by the Romantic poets and deeply immersed in personal tragedy, Thomson crafted verses that laid bare the complexities of human emotion and the search for solace amidst despair. The book delves into the interplay between Thomson's experiences, including the loss of his beloved, and the creation of his hauntingly beautiful yet often pessimistic poems. Through a meticulous examination of his works, the author unveils the evolution of Thomson's thought, tracing his journey from youthful idealism to the depths of despair captured in his masterpiece, "The City of Dreadful Night." This insightful analysis sheds light on the enduring significance of Thomson's poetry, which continues to resonate with readers who grapple with the human condition and the quest for meaning in a seemingly indifferent universe. Forgotten Books publishes hundreds of thousands of rare and classic books. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work. Forgotten Books uses state-of-the-art technology to digitally reconstruct the work, preserving the original format whilst repairing imperfections present in the aged copy. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in our edition. We do, however, repair the vast majority of imperfections successfully; any imperfections that remain are intentionally left to preserve the state of such historical works. The digital edition of all books may be viewed on our website before purchase. print-on-demand item. Seller Inventory # 9781330709962_0
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