Robert Browning

Books On Demand - EAN : 9782322613977

KEITH CHESTERTON G.

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EAN : 9782322613977

Paru le : 9 juil. 2025

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EAN13 : 9782322613977
Réf. éditeur : 409550
Editeur : Books On Demand
Date Parution : 9 juil. 2025
Disponibilite : Disponible
Barème de remise : NS
Nombre de pages : 116
Format : H:210 mm L:148 mm E:8 mm
Poids : 180gr

Résumé

Résumé : « Robert Browning » by G.K. Chesterton is a seminal biographical study that redefines the Victorian poet through a lens of paradox and intellectual vigor. Chesterton, renowned for his wit and theological insight, dismantles the myth of Browning as an obscure moralist, presenting him instead as a champion of spiritual optimism and psychological depth. The work dissects Brownings mastery of the dramatic monologue, his exploration of human motives, and his defiance of Victorian literary conventions. Chesterton traces Brownings evolution from early works like « Pauline » to mature triumphs such as « The Ring and the Book », emphasizing the poets belief in the redemptive power of imperfection. The analysis highlights Brownings marriage to Elizabeth Barrett, framing it as a creative partnership that fueled his exploration of love and faith. Chestertons criticism transcends mere biography, offering readers a map to navigate Brownings dense symbolism and philosophical contradictions. This volume stands as a cornerstone for enthusiasts of Victorian poetry, literary criticism, and biographical studies, blending Chestertons signature rhetorical flair with rigorous scholarly analysis.
Biographie : Gilbert Keith Chesterton (1874.1936) was an English writer whose prolific output spanned novels, essays, and theological treatises. Best known for creating the detective Father Brown and penning apologetics like « Orthodoxy », Chesterton combined paradoxical wit with a defense of Christian orthodoxy. His literary criticism, including studies of Dickens and Browning, remains influential for its accessibility and depth. A staunch advocate of distributism and critic of materialism, Chestertons works like « The Everlasting Man » inspired figures such as C.S. Lewis. His biography of Robert Browning exemplifies his ability to marry biographical detail with incisive literary analysis, cementing his legacy as a master of both polemic and prose.