Victorian Poetry: Poetry, Poetics and Politics

In Victorian Poetry: Poetry, Poetics and Politics, Isobel Armstrong rescues Victorian poetry from its sepia image and uncovers its subversive critique of nineteenth-century culture and politics, with a new preface and chapter on the alternative fin de siècle.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 570 pages
Publication date: 21 January 2023
Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd

In her groundbreaking work "In Victorian Poetry: Poetry, Poetics, and Politics," Isobel Armstrong breathed new life into Victorian poetry, rescuing it from its long-standing perception as a moralized and romantic form. Through her meticulous exploration, Armstrong unveiled the often subversive critique that Victorian poetry possessed, shedding light on the prevailing culture and politics of the nineteenth century. This revised and updated edition, penned by Armstrong, boasts a comprehensive preface that reflects significant advancements in the critical analysis of Victorian poetry since its initial publication in 1993. In addition, a new chapter delves into the alternative fin de siècle, exploring the works of Michael Field, Rudyard Kipling, Alice Meynell, and a selection of Hardy lyrics. The extensive bibliography serves as an invaluable resource for both students and scholars alike, enriching their understanding and research of this influential literary period.

In her groundbreaking work "In Victorian Poetry: Poetry, Poetics, and Politics," Isobel Armstrong breathed new life into Victorian poetry, rescuing it from its long-standing perception as a moralized and romantic form. Through her meticulous exploration, Armstrong unveiled the often subversive critique that Victorian poetry possessed, shedding light on the prevailing culture and politics of the nineteenth century. This revised and updated edition, penned by Armstrong, boasts a comprehensive preface that reflects significant advancements in the critical analysis of Victorian poetry since its initial publication in 1993. In addition, a new chapter delves into the alternative fin de siècle, exploring the works of Michael Field, Rudyard Kipling, Alice Meynell, and a selection of Hardy lyrics. The extensive bibliography serves as an invaluable resource for both students and scholars alike, enriching their understanding and research of this influential literary period.

Weight: 1050g
Dimension: 234 x 156 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781032475769
Edition number: 2 ed