Keats and Shakespeare
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"Keats and Shakespeare" is a profound study of poetic genius and the spiritual affinity between two of the greatest figures in English literature. Written by the influential critic John Middleton Murry, this work offers an intensive examination of John Keats's creative and personal development, viewed through the lens of his deep-seated devotion to William Shakespeare. Murry posits that Keats's poetic evolution was not merely a matter of craft, but a spiritual journey toward the "Shakespearean" ideal of objective vision and "negative capability."
Through a meticulous analysis of Keats's letters and major poems, Murry explores themes of suffering, identity, and the nature of artistic truth. The book argues that Keats's brief but intense career mirrored Shakespeare's own psychological depth, suggesting that had Keats lived, he might have reached a similar pinnacle of dramatic and poetic achievement. This volume remains a cornerstone of Romantic scholarship, providing readers with deep insights into the internal life of Keats and the enduring influence of Shakespeare on the English poetic imagination. It is an essential read for scholars of the Romantic era and anyone interested in the philosophy of art and literature.
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