Nights: Rome, Venice, in the Aesthetic Eighties; London, Paris, in the Fighting Nineties. Journeys Through Aesthetic Rome, Venice, London, and Paris

Par : Elizabeth Robins Pennell
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  • Nombre de pages1071
  • FormatePub
  • ISBN406-4-06-621105-9
  • EAN4064066211059
  • Date de parution12/12/2019
  • Protection num.Digital Watermarking
  • Taille2 Mo
  • Infos supplémentairesepub
  • ÉditeurGOOD PRESS

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In "Nights: Rome, Venice, in the Aesthetic Eighties; London, Paris, in the Fighting Nineties, " Elizabeth Robins Pennell artfully blends travel writing with incisive social commentary, offering a rich tapestry of life in the late 19th century. This elegantly transcribed journey traverses two vibrant periods: the opulent Aesthetic Movement of the 1880s and the increasingly tumultuous atmosphere of the 1890s marked by ideological clashes.
Pennell employs a vivid literary style that evokes the sensory experiences of her travels, from the intoxicating landscapes of Rome and Venice to the gritty realities of London and Paris, capturing the artistic and political currents shaping these iconic cities. Her reflections are steeped in the context of contemporary cultural movements, making the text a critical artifact of its time. Elizabeth Robins Pennell, an American expatriate, was deeply immersed in the art world and literary circles of Europe, which significantly influenced her perspectives on culture and society.
An accomplished illustrator and writer, she was privy to the ideals of both the Aesthetic Movement and the socio-political upheavals of the time. Her unique vantage point as a woman navigating these spaces allows her voice to resonate with authenticity, reflecting both her artistry and her keen observational skills. This book is an essential read for those interested in the intersections of travel, culture, and history.
Pennell's rich prose not only documents the zeitgeist of her era but also serves as a lens through which contemporary readers can explore the complexities of art and society. Whether a historian, a traveler, or an armchair enthusiast of late 19th-century literary movements, readers will find "Nights" an enlightening and thought-provoking work.
In "Nights: Rome, Venice, in the Aesthetic Eighties; London, Paris, in the Fighting Nineties, " Elizabeth Robins Pennell artfully blends travel writing with incisive social commentary, offering a rich tapestry of life in the late 19th century. This elegantly transcribed journey traverses two vibrant periods: the opulent Aesthetic Movement of the 1880s and the increasingly tumultuous atmosphere of the 1890s marked by ideological clashes.
Pennell employs a vivid literary style that evokes the sensory experiences of her travels, from the intoxicating landscapes of Rome and Venice to the gritty realities of London and Paris, capturing the artistic and political currents shaping these iconic cities. Her reflections are steeped in the context of contemporary cultural movements, making the text a critical artifact of its time. Elizabeth Robins Pennell, an American expatriate, was deeply immersed in the art world and literary circles of Europe, which significantly influenced her perspectives on culture and society.
An accomplished illustrator and writer, she was privy to the ideals of both the Aesthetic Movement and the socio-political upheavals of the time. Her unique vantage point as a woman navigating these spaces allows her voice to resonate with authenticity, reflecting both her artistry and her keen observational skills. This book is an essential read for those interested in the intersections of travel, culture, and history.
Pennell's rich prose not only documents the zeitgeist of her era but also serves as a lens through which contemporary readers can explore the complexities of art and society. Whether a historian, a traveler, or an armchair enthusiast of late 19th-century literary movements, readers will find "Nights" an enlightening and thought-provoking work.
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