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Title: Endymion: A Poetic Romance

Note: Reading ease score: 72.1 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.

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Summary: "Endymion: A Poetic Romance" by John Keats is a narrative poem written in the early 19th century. It explores themes of beauty, love, and the power of the imagination through the tale of Endymion, a shepherd prince, and his deep and passionate yearnings. The poem intertwines mythical elements with profound reflections on life and dreams, inviting readers to journey into a world suffused with classical references and emotional depth. The opening of the poem sets a contemplative tone, as the author expresses his initial doubts and insecurities about his work, revealing personal vulnerability and a desire for artistry. It begins with a celebration of beauty, portraying how it is essential for human experience and joy, before transitioning into the lush, verdant setting of Latmos where Endymion lives. As he grapples with his dreams and desires, a group of children invokes the spirit of nature, suggesting an undercurrent of ancient mythology and the divine. The narrative then gradually introduces Endymion, who is portrayed as both noble and troubled, leading to a profound exploration of love, creativity, and the longing for transcendence that will unfold throughout the poem. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Author: Keats, John, 1795-1821

EBook No.: 24280

Published: Jan 14, 2008

Downloads: 693

Language: English

Subject: English poetry -- 19th century

Subject: Endymion (Greek mythology) -- Poetry

Subject: Love poetry, Romance

LoCC: Language and Literatures: English literature

Category: Text

Rights: Public domain in the USA.

urn:gutenberg:24280:2 2008-01-14T00:00:00+00:00 Public domain in the USA. Keats, John en 1
2024-11-09T23:09:47Z Endymion: A Poetic Romance

This edition has images.

Title: Endymion: A Poetic Romance

Note: Reading ease score: 72.1 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.

Credits: Produced by Jonathan Ingram, Michael Roe and the Online
Distributed Proofreading Team at https: //www.pgdp.net

Summary: "Endymion: A Poetic Romance" by John Keats is a narrative poem written in the early 19th century. It explores themes of beauty, love, and the power of the imagination through the tale of Endymion, a shepherd prince, and his deep and passionate yearnings. The poem intertwines mythical elements with profound reflections on life and dreams, inviting readers to journey into a world suffused with classical references and emotional depth. The opening of the poem sets a contemplative tone, as the author expresses his initial doubts and insecurities about his work, revealing personal vulnerability and a desire for artistry. It begins with a celebration of beauty, portraying how it is essential for human experience and joy, before transitioning into the lush, verdant setting of Latmos where Endymion lives. As he grapples with his dreams and desires, a group of children invokes the spirit of nature, suggesting an undercurrent of ancient mythology and the divine. The narrative then gradually introduces Endymion, who is portrayed as both noble and troubled, leading to a profound exploration of love, creativity, and the longing for transcendence that will unfold throughout the poem. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Author: Keats, John, 1795-1821

EBook No.: 24280

Published: Jan 14, 2008

Downloads: 693

Language: English

Subject: English poetry -- 19th century

Subject: Endymion (Greek mythology) -- Poetry

Subject: Love poetry, Romance

LoCC: Language and Literatures: English literature

Category: Text

Rights: Public domain in the USA.

urn:gutenberg:24280:3 2008-01-14T00:00:00+00:00 Public domain in the USA. Keats, John en 1