ODE ON A GRECIAN URN
Enriched edition. A Romantic meditation on Greek art, eternal beauty, and time's fleeting passageBy John Keats
Length22h 13m
About this audiobook
In 'Ode on a Grecian Urn' by John Keats, the reader is immersed in a lyrical exploration of art, beauty, and the passage of time. Keats uses vivid imagery and poetic language to depict scenes from Greek mythology frozen in time on an ancient urn, inviting readers to ponder the eternal nature of art and the fleeting nature of human existence. The poem is written in Keats' characteristic Romantic style, with a focus on emotion, imagination, and the natural world, making it a quintessential work of the Romantic period. Keats's ability to weave complex themes with exquisite language and imagery makes 'Ode on a Grecian Urn' a must-read for lovers of poetry and art history alike.
In this enriched edition, we have carefully created added value for 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.
- An Author Biography reveals milestones in the author's life, illuminating the personal insights behind the text.
- 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.
- Interactive footnotes clarify unusual references, historical allusions, and archaic phrases for an effortless, more informed read.
Audiobook details
Rating★★★★ 3.8 (1.2K)
Includes Goodreads, LibraryThing
GenreLiterary Classics
Length22 hrs 13 mins
Narrated byListen with 1,000+ voices
FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateAug 7, 2017
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1The Odes of John Keats - Complete Collection
17Chapter VII
2Hyperion (An Epic Poem)
18Chapter VIII
3THE COMPLETE POETICAL WORKS OF JOHN KEATS
19Chapter IX
4THE COMPLETE ODES OF JOHN KEATS
20Chapter X
5Ode on a Grecian Urn
21Chapter XI
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6Introduction
22Chapter XII
7Synopsis
23Chapter XIII
8Historical Context
24Chapter XIV
9Author Biography
25Chapter XV
10Life of John Keats by Sidney Colvin
26Chapter XVI
11Chapter I
27Chapter XVII
12Chapter II
28Ode on a Grecian Urn
13Chapter III
29Analysis
14Chapter IV
30Reflection
15Chapter V
31Memorable Quotes
16Chapter VI
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