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Conversing in Verse: Conversation in Nineteenth-Century English Poetry

Conversing in Verse: Conversation in Nineteenth-Century English Poetry

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In the late eighteenth and early twentieth centuries, poets explored the potential of conversation in poetry, shaping forms, intentions, and ethical and political stakes. Elizabeth Helsinger's book "Conversing in Verse" explores this period, highlighting the works of Coleridge, Clare, Landor, Tennyson, Robert Browning, Christina and Dante Gabriel Rossetti, Swinburne, Michael Field, and Hardy.

Format: Hardback
Length: 205 pages
Publication date: 04 August 2022
Publisher: Cambridge University Press


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Conversing in Verse delves into the captivating realm of poems that mimic conversational dialogue, spanning from the late eighteenth to the twentieth centuries. During this time, a more narrow view of poetry as solely the lyrical expression of the poet's solitary self-communing became firmly established. In her insightful exploration, Elizabeth Helsinger addresses a multitude of fundamental questions at the heart of conversational poetry. When and why do poets resort to conversation to unlock the full potential of poetry? How do the forms and intentions of conversation shape the characters, rhythms, and prosody of poems, ultimately transforming the reader's experience? What are the ethical and political implications of engaging in verse conversations?

A diverse array of poets, including Coleridge, Clare, Landor, Tennyson, Robert Browning, Christina and Dante Gabriel Rossetti, Swinburne, Michael Field, and Hardy, have composed poems that initiate challenging or impossible dialogues with phenomena beyond themselves. Helsinger unveils an unfamiliar lyrical history, rich with remarkable formal experiments, including the renowned dramatic monologue.

Through her meticulous research, Helsinger sheds light on the ways in which conversational poetry blurs the boundaries between the personal and the poetic, challenging traditional notions of self and other. She explores the ethical dilemmas inherent in such encounters, as poets navigate the complexities of representing and engaging with diverse perspectives. Moreover, she delves into the political implications of conversing in verse, examining how poetry can serve as a platform for social commentary, activism, and cultural critique.

Conversing in Verse offers a fresh perspective on the evolution of poetry, highlighting its capacity to engage with the world around it and to push the boundaries of artistic expression. By examining the interplay between conversation and poetry, Helsinger provides valuable insights into the rich tapestry of nineteenth-century literary history and its enduring impact on the art of poetry.

Weight: 464g
ISBN-13: 9781009200202

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