Mr. Tennyson's Drama

By Henry James

Book Overview

Mr. Tennyson's Drama is a book written by the renowned author, Henry James. The book is a critical analysis of the works of Alfred Tennyson, one of the most celebrated poets of the Victorian era. James delves into Tennyson's poetry, focusing on the dramatic elements in his works. He examines Tennyson's use of language, his themes, and the characters he creates, providing a comprehensive analysis of the poet's literary style.The book is divided into several sections, each of which explores a different aspect of Tennyson's work. James begins by discussing Tennyson's early poetry, examining his use of language and his exploration of themes such as love, death, and nature. He then moves on to Tennyson's later works, such as his famous play, ""The Promise of May.""Throughout the book, James provides numerous examples of Tennyson's poetry, highlighting the dramatic elements in each piece. He also draws upon his own knowledge of literature and the arts to provide a broader context for Tennyson's work, discussing the influence of Shakespeare and other writers on the poet.Overall, Mr. Tennyson's Drama is a fascinating exploration of the works of one of the greatest poets of the Victorian era. James' analysis is insightful and thought-provoking, providing readers with a deeper understanding of Tennyson's literary style and the themes he explores in his poetry. The book is a must-read for anyone interested in Victorian literature, poetry, or the arts in general.Every one, it seems to us, has been justified---those who hoped (that is, expected), those who feared, and those who were mainly surprised. ""Queen Mary"" is both better and less good than was to have been supposed, and both in its merits and its defects it is extremely singular. It is the least Tennysonian of all the author's productions; and we may say that he has not so much refuted as evaded the charge that he is not a dramatic poet. To produce his drama he has had to cease to be himself.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: 1419135686
• ISBN13: 9781419135682
• Release Date: June 2004
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 48 Pages
• Weight: 0.27 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.1" x 7.5" x 9.2"