Oxford Lectures on Poetry

'Oxford Lectures on Poetry' is a seminal collection of scholarly discourses by the renowned literary critic A.C. Bradley, who served as the Professor of Poetry at Oxford University. This volume brings together a series of profound reflections on the nature and function of poetry, offering readers a deep dive into the aesthetic and philosophical underpinnings of the craft. Bradley explores the 'poetry for poetry’s sake' doctrine, examining how the form and substance of a poem are inextricably linked to create a unique spiritual and intellectual experience.The collection includes insightful analyses of major figures in English literature, such as William Wordsworth, Percy Bysshe Shelley, and John Keats. Additionally, Bradley provides significant commentary on William Shakespeare, particularly focusing on the tragic form and characters like Antony and Cleopatra. Renowned for his psychological approach to character and his eloquent prose, Bradley’s lectures remain a cornerstone of literary studies. This work is an essential resource for students, scholars, and lovers of verse, providing a timeless exploration of the power of the written word and the enduring legacy of the Romantic and Elizabethan traditions.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 may 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.