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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.
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.