Publisher's Synopsis

The Life of Percy Bysshe Shelley is a comprehensive biography of the renowned English Romantic poet, written by Edward Dowden. The book provides a detailed account of Shelley's life, from his childhood and early education, to his marriage to Mary Shelley and his untimely death at the age of 29. Dowden explores Shelley's literary career, including his major works such as Prometheus Unbound and Ode to the West Wind, as well as his political and social views, which often landed him in trouble with authorities. The biography also delves into Shelley's personal life, including his tumultuous relationships with his family, friends, and lovers. Dowden draws on a wide range of sources, including Shelley's own writings, letters, and journals, as well as the accounts of those who knew him personally. The Life of Percy Bysshe Shelley is a fascinating and insightful portrait of one of the most important poets of the Romantic era.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

Book information

ISBN: 9781428632233
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Imprint: Kessinger Publishing
Pub date:
Language: English
Number of pages: 612
Weight: 196g
Height: 900mm
Width: 600mm
Spine width: 136mm