"Love and Longing: The Evolution of Romantic Poetry" is a captivating journey through the history of over 100 love poetry, tracing its transformation from the ancient Greeks to the modern day. This book delves into how poets across different cultures, eras, and movements have expressed the timeless themes of love, desire, and longing through verse.
From the passionate odes of Sappho and the metaphysical sonnets of the Renaissance to the mystical Sufi poetry of Rumi and the confessional love poems of the 20th century, "Love and Longing" explores the diverse ways in which poets have celebrated, questioned, and redefined love. It examines how historical contexts, cultural norms, and personal experiences have shaped the language of love, revealing the enduring power of poetry to articulate the deepest human emotions.
Through a rich tapestry of poetic forms, styles, and voices, "Love and Longing" provides readers with an insightful look at how love has been immortalized in poetry across time, bridging the gap between the past and the present. Whether it is the courtly love of medieval troubadours, the rebellious passion of Romantic poets, or the digital expressions of contemporary writers, this book celebrates the ever-evolving expression of love in all its forms.
Perfect for poetry lovers, literature enthusiasts, and anyone interested in the human experience, "Love and Longing: The Evolution of Romantic Poetry" is an invitation to explore the many facets of love that have inspired poets throughout history, and to discover how those poetic traditions continue to shape our understanding of love today.
Título : Love and Longing
EAN : 9798227196323
Editorial : Hatty Jones
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