Sketches and Studies in Italy and Greece, First Series. Journey Through Mediterranean History and Beauty

Par : John Addington Symonds, Horatio Robert Forbes Brown
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  • Nombre de pages326
  • FormatePub
  • ISBN406-4-06-622790-6
  • EAN4064066227906
  • Date de parution11/12/2019
  • Protection num.Digital Watermarking
  • Taille895 Ko
  • Infos supplémentairesepub
  • ÉditeurGOOD PRESS

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In "Sketches and Studies in Italy and Greece, First Series, " John Addington Symonds presents a captivating exploration of the cultural and artistic landscapes of Italy and Greece during the 19th century. This meticulously crafted collection employs a blend of vivid descriptive language and reflective prose, revealing Symonds's reverence for classical antiquity and the Renaissance. Within its pages, he traverses various themes such as history, architecture, and the visual arts, beautifully intertwining personal experiences with scholarly insights.
His writing exhibits a clear passion for aesthetic beauty, contributing to the Romantic literary context while foreshadowing the emerging Victorian ethos that seeks to reconcile the past with contemporary values. John Addington Symonds was not only a celebrated poet and biographer, but also an ardent critic and scholar fascinated by the interplay between art and identity. His extensive studies in classical literature and history, as well as his own explorations of Italy and Greece, profoundly influenced his perspective on beauty and culture.
Symonds's own experiences as a homosexual man in Victorian society informed his reflections, enriching his depictions of both ancient and contemporary worlds in compelling ways. This book is an essential read for anyone interested in the intersections of art, culture, and identity. Symonds's eloquent narration invites readers to immerse themselves in the rich tapestries of Italy and Greece, making it an invaluable resource for scholars, artists, and enthusiasts of history alike.
In "Sketches and Studies in Italy and Greece, First Series, " John Addington Symonds presents a captivating exploration of the cultural and artistic landscapes of Italy and Greece during the 19th century. This meticulously crafted collection employs a blend of vivid descriptive language and reflective prose, revealing Symonds's reverence for classical antiquity and the Renaissance. Within its pages, he traverses various themes such as history, architecture, and the visual arts, beautifully intertwining personal experiences with scholarly insights.
His writing exhibits a clear passion for aesthetic beauty, contributing to the Romantic literary context while foreshadowing the emerging Victorian ethos that seeks to reconcile the past with contemporary values. John Addington Symonds was not only a celebrated poet and biographer, but also an ardent critic and scholar fascinated by the interplay between art and identity. His extensive studies in classical literature and history, as well as his own explorations of Italy and Greece, profoundly influenced his perspective on beauty and culture.
Symonds's own experiences as a homosexual man in Victorian society informed his reflections, enriching his depictions of both ancient and contemporary worlds in compelling ways. This book is an essential read for anyone interested in the intersections of art, culture, and identity. Symonds's eloquent narration invites readers to immerse themselves in the rich tapestries of Italy and Greece, making it an invaluable resource for scholars, artists, and enthusiasts of history alike.
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