Oxford Lectures on Poetry (Annotated)
Enriched Edition. The Sublime, Poetry for Poetry's Sake, Hegel's Theory of Tragedy, Shakespeare the Man, Wordsworth…By A. C. Bradley
Length14h 8m
About this audiobook
In Oxford Lectures on Poetry, A. C. Bradley gathers a series of finely argued critical essays that range from general questions of poetic sublimity and tragedy to searching readings of Wordsworth, Shelley, Keats, and Shakespearean drama. Written in a lucid, elevated, and rigorously analytical prose, the volume belongs to the great tradition of Victorian and Edwardian humanist criticism, where philosophical reflection, moral seriousness, and close attention to poetic form are held in productive balance. Bradley was one of the most distinguished English literary scholars of his generation, best known for Shakespearean Tragedy and for his tenure as Oxford Professor of Poetry. His intellectual formation—shaped by classical education, German idealist philosophy, and the culture of university lecturing—enabled him to treat poetry not merely as ornament or entertainment, but as a mode of profound imaginative knowledge. This book is warmly recommended to readers interested in the history of literary criticism, Romantic poetry, and the philosophical interpretation of literature. It rewards patient reading with critical judgments that remain elegant, humane, and intellectually exacting.
This enriched edition has been carefully crafted to add value to your reading experience.
- A succinct Introduction situates the work's timeless appeal and themes.
- The Synopsis outlines the central plot, highlighting key developments without spoiling critical twists.
- A detailed Historical Context immerses you in the era's events and influences that shaped the writing.
- A thorough Analysis dissects symbols, motifs, and character arcs to unearth underlying meanings.
- Reflection questions prompt you to engage personally with the work's messages, connecting them to modern life.
- Hand‐picked Memorable Quotes shine a spotlight on moments of literary brilliance.
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GenreLiterary Classics
Length14 hrs 8 mins
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Publish dateApr 4, 2022
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1Oxford Lectures on Poetry (Annotated)
2Introduction
3Historical Context
4Synopsis (Selection)
5Preface
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6Poetry for Poetry’s Sake
7The Sublime
8Hegel’s Theory of Tragedy
9Wordsworth
10Shelley’s View of Poetry
11The Long Poem in the Age of Wordsworth
12The Letters of Keats
13The Rejection of Falstaff
14Shakespeare’s Antony and Cleopatra
15Shakespeare the Man
16Shakespeare’s Theatre and Audience
17Analysis
18Reflection
19Memorable Quotes
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