Ethics And Aesthetics Of Modern Poetry (1878)

By James Brown Selkirk

Book Overview

""Ethics and Aesthetics of Modern Poetry"" is a book written by James Brown Selkirk in 1878. The book delves into the relationship between ethics and aesthetics in modern poetry, exploring the ways in which poets use language to convey moral and ethical values. Selkirk argues that poetry has a unique ability to express complex ethical ideas through the use of metaphor, imagery, and symbolism. He also examines the role of the poet in society, arguing that poets have a responsibility to use their art to promote social and moral progress. The book includes an analysis of the works of several prominent poets, including Tennyson, Browning, and Arnold, as well as discussions of the ethical and aesthetic principles that underpin their work. Overall, ""Ethics and Aesthetics of Modern Poetry"" is a thought-provoking examination of the relationship between art and morality in the context of modern poetry.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.

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1436937396
• ISBN13: 9781436937399
• Release Date: August 2008
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 248 Pages
• Weight: 1.18 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.7" x 6.0" x 9.0"