On Form assesses both the legacy of Victorian aestheticism and the nature of the literary. It tracks the development of the word 'form' since the Romantics and offers readings of, among others, Tennyson, Yeats, Stevens, and Plath. Original readings of poetry are combined with a powerful argument about the nature of aesthetic pleasure.
Drawing on the writings of critics and philosophers and on the comments of poets and novelists who have pointed to the role of the ear in writing and reading, Angela Leighton offers a reconsideration of literature as an exercise in hearing things, and renews a call for criticism that is creatively attentive to sound's work in every literary text.
Focusing on the critical analysis of Shelley, this work offers valuable insights for scholars and enthusiasts of English Romantic poetry and aesthetics. It delves into the themes and nuances of Shelley's writings, making it an essential resource for those seeking a deeper understanding of his contributions to literature.
Poems on death and mortality accompany memoirs of the poet's childhood between Yorkshire and Italy
Combining biographical insights with theoretical analyses, this work reexamines and revitalizes overlooked poetry, presenting fresh interpretations that shed light on original and intriguing literary pieces. Angela Leighton's contributions bring to the forefront works that had previously been neglected or forgotten, offering readers a new perspective on the significance of these poems.
The new collection from celebrated poet and critic Angela Leighton, Senior Research Fellow in English at Trinity College.
Angela Leighton's sixth book of poems turns on the curious arts of remembering and forgetting.