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With a dynamic spirit, these great English poets made a conscious return to nostalgia and spiritual depth. Each chose a different path, but they are united in a love of moods, impressions, scenes, stories, sights and sounds. In this collection of more than forty poems are some of the finest and most memorable works in the English language.

Keats. A short life but a legacy of works that few, if any, can rival. And of course his end was to be tragically Romantic. Keats was returning one night to his home in Hampstead when he coughed. He coughed a single drop of blue blood upon his hand and said, ‘I know the colour of that blood, it is arterial blood, it is my death warrant, I must die’. And so it was that tuberculosis took its slow, devastating hold.

Percy Bysshe Shelley (1792 - 1822), war ein britischer Autor der Romantik. Er war in zweiter Ehe mit Mary Shelley, der Schöpferin des Frankenstein-Romans, verheiratet. Seine Freundschaft zu Lord Byron und John Polidori, dem Autoren von "Der Vampyr" übte ebenfalls großen Einfluss auf sein dichterisches Werk aus. Diese Sammlung präsentiert eine Auswahl seiner Gedichte, darunter "Hymne an die geistige Schönheit", "Der Sonnenuntergang", "Ode an den Westwind", "An Englands Männer" und viele mehr.

Idealist, atheist, outcast, political radical and, of course, poet - Percy Bysshe Shelley was, in many ways, the epitome of the Romantic artist. His poetry was an outlet for his passionately held and highly unpopular beliefs, beliefs which resulted in social exclusion, exile, and possibly even his premature death at the age of 29. His work is a monument to his convictions and to the power of the human spirit, and today it is recognized as a key contribution to Romantic literature.

The language of Poetry is an art that most of us attempt at some point in our lives. Although its commonplace exposure has been somewhat marginalised in today’s often fast-paced lives we all recognise good verse that can empathise with our thoughts or open us up to experience new things in new ways, to better understand and to enjoy the many strands of our lives.

Full titled History of a Six Weeks' Tour through a part of France, Switzerland, Germany, and Holland; with Letters Descriptive of a Sail Round the Lake of Geneva and of the Glaciers of Chamouni, this small journal was a travel narrative kept by the English Romantic authors Mary Shelley and Percy Bysshe Shelley. They describe two trips, both taken by Mary, Percy, and Mary's stepsister, Claire Clairmont: one across Europe in 1814, and one to Lake Geneva in 1816. Divided into three sections, the text consists of a journal, four letters, and Percy Shelley's poem "Mont Blanc". Apart from the poem, ...

Dive into the enchanting world of Queen Mab, the groundbreaking poetic work by Percy Bysshe Shelley that lays the groundwork for his revolutionary ideals. This poem unfolds as a captivating fairy tale, illustrating a dual uprising driven by the forces of nature and the inherent goodness of humanity. Join Queen Mab, a mystical fairy, as she descends in her celestial chariot to awaken Ianthe from her slumber. Together, they embark on a transcendent journey to a utopian realm at the universes edge, revealing a vision of hope and transformation. - Summary by Alan Mapstone and Wikipedia

This collection of 59 short poems consists of verses, some of them incomplete, which remained unpublished at the time of Shelley’s death. Some of them have become the best known of Shelley’s shorter works. The poems were collated and edited by Mary Shelley, who also wrote an introduction to...

History of a Six Weeks' Tour (1817) is a volume of travel-writing by Mary Wollstonecraft Shelley and Percy Bysshe Shelley. Comprising prose narrative, correspondence, and poetry, it is a highly engaging account of their 'adventures and feelings' during two journeys from England to Switzerland at the end of the Napoleonic Wars.

Would Julia of Strobazzo‚s heart was reeking on my dagger!‚ From the breathless tension of its opening abduction scene to the darkly triumphant exit of the villain, who departs with a wild convulsive laugh of exulting revenge,‚ this first Gothic novelette by Shelley weaves together the threads of his youthful literary influences while hinting at deeper, more complex themes. It explores the ego-driven quest for passionate extremes, including revenge, which ultimately isolates characters like Zastrozzi and the murderous Matilda, leading to their self-destruction as well as social ruin. The...

Shelley is one of the most revered figures in the English poetical landscape. Born on the 4th August 1792 he has, over the years, become rightly regarded as a major Romantic poet. Yet during his own lifetime little of his work was published. Publishers feared his radical views and possible charges against themselves for blasphemy and sedition. In this collection Shelley’s words are alive with intent, meaning and emotion. A true poet for all our ages.

Written in 1819 but not staged until more than a century later due to its provocative themes of incest and parricide, this tragic tale was long deemed unfit for the stage. Set in Rome in 1599, it revolves around the harrowing true story of Count Francesco Cencis murder at the hands of his tormented daughter, Beatrice. Join us as we delve into this gripping narrative of betrayal, vengeance, and the dark complexities of familial bonds. - Summary by Jake Malizia

Join LibriVox volunteers as they present 15 captivating recordings of The Indian Serenade, a beautiful poem by Percy Bysshe Shelley. This collection was part of the Fortnightly Poetry project on September 8, 2019. Percy Bysshe Shelley, who lived a brief yet impactful life from August 1792 to July 8, 1822, is celebrated as one of the foremost figures of English Romantic poetry. His lyrical and philosophical works continue to resonate, making him one of the most influential poets in the English language. - Summary by Wikipedia and Michele Fry

LibriVox volunteers bring you eight recordings of "To A Skylark." This is the Fortnightly Poetry for August 8, 2014.To A Skylark was completed by Shelley in late June 1820. It was inspired by an evening walk in the country near Livorno, Italy, with his wife Mary Shelley, and describes the appearance and song of a skylark they come upon. (summary from Wikipedia)

A collection of Shelley's greatest poetry read by John Gielgud, Peggy Ashcroft, Hilton Edwards and Margaretta Scott.

William Collins Books and Decca Records are proud to present ARGO Classics, a historic catalogue of classic fiction read by some of the world’s most renowned voices. Originally released as vinyl records, these expertly abridged and remastered stories are now available to download for the first...

Like his great contemporaries, John Keats and Lord Byron, Shelley suffered an untimely death, but still managed to stun the world with a wide-ranging body of work, including poetry, drama, and criticism. His poetry is that of a young man, a lover of nature and fiercely critical of institutionalized corruption, and virtuosic in his use of language and imagery.

Step into the shoes of renowned English Romantic authors Mary Shelley and Percy Bysshe Shelley in History of a Six Weeks Tour. The narrative chronicles two captivating journeys - a grand tour of Europe in 1814 and a serene trip to Lake Geneva in 1816. Mary, Percy, and Marys stepsister, Claire Clairmont, weave a vivid tapestry of their experiences. The book is divided into three engaging sections, featuring a journal, four descriptive letters, and Percy Shelleys enthralling poem Mont Blanc. Primarily penned and compiled by Mary Shelley, this journal isnt just a travelogue; its a window into the...

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Perhaps a handful of poets can truly claim to rest in our consciousness. Shelley is indeed amongst their number. This volume of his poetry, performed here by Vincent Price in a spellbinding reading, brings forth the true power of his words.