The Age Of Tennyson: From 1830 To 1870

by Hugh Walker and Hugh Walker

Book Overview

The Age of Tennyson: From 1830 to 1870 is a book written by Hugh Walker that provides a comprehensive overview of the Victorian era, with a particular focus on the life and works of Alfred Lord Tennyson. The book covers a period of forty years, from the accession of Queen Victoria to the end of Tennyson's laureateship. The author explores the cultural, social, and political context of the era, discussing the major events and trends that shaped the period, from the Industrial Revolution to the rise of imperialism. The book also examines the literary and artistic movements of the time, including the Pre-Raphaelite Brotherhood and the Aesthetic Movement. Throughout the book, Walker provides detailed analysis of Tennyson's poetry, tracing the development of his style and themes over the course of his career. He also explores Tennyson's personal life, including his friendships with other writers and his struggles with grief and depression. Overall, The Age of Tennyson offers a rich and engaging portrait of Victorian England and its most celebrated poet, providing readers with a deeper understanding of the cultural and intellectual currents of the era.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1428621458
• ISBN13: 9781428621459
• Release Date: May 2006
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 328 Pages
• Weight: 1.06 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.7" x 6.0" x 9.0"