Euphorion

Euphorion

Vernon Lee

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Nabu Press
Año de edición:
2010
Materia
Poesía
ISBN:
9781144477699
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Euphorion, by Vernon Lee, presents a collection of insightful essays exploring various facets of European literature and culture. The volume opens with an introduction, followed by studies on subjects ranging from the concept of sacrifice to the Italian settings depicted in Elizabethan dramas. Lee delves into the characteristics of out-door poetry and examines the concept of symmetria prisca.Through her erudite analysis, Lee offers readers a window into the literary and artistic sensibilities of the late 19th century, showcasing her deep engagement with the cultural heritage of Europe. This collection, originally published in 1884, remains a valuable resource for scholars and enthusiasts interested in literary criticism and the intellectual history of the Victorian era.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you will see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work.This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.

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