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 and published in 1878. The book explores the relationship between ethics and aesthetics in modern poetry, examining how poetry can be both beautiful and morally significant. Selkirk argues that poetry has the power to inspire and shape ethical values in society, and that the most successful poets are those who are able to balance aesthetic appeal with ethical content. The book includes analyses of the works of prominent poets such as Tennyson, Browning, and Arnold, and offers insights into the role of poetry in shaping cultural values. Overall, ""Ethics and Aesthetics of Modern Poetry"" is a thought-provoking exploration of the complex 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: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1164638343
• ISBN13: 9781164638346
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 244 Pages
• Weight: 0.73 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.5" x 6.0" x 9.0"