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John Todhunter Libros
John Todhunter fue un poeta y dramaturgo irlandés cuya producción literaria incluye siete volúmenes de poesía y varias obras de teatro. Su vida temprana estuvo marcada por una educación cuáquera y estudios de medicina, aunque pronto se dedicó a la literatura, convirtiéndose en profesor de literatura inglesa. Todhunter residió en Londres, donde su hogar se convirtió en parte de una comunidad de escritores y artistas, y participó en la fundación de la Irish Literary Society. Sus obras dramáticas, como una obra de teatro con una única representación, exploraron temas que desafiaron la censura.






Sounds and Sweet Airs
- 92 páginas
- 4 horas de lectura
A collection of lyrical and evocative poetry from John Todhunter, one of the leading figures of the Irish literary revival. With its rich language and vivid imagery, this book captures the beauty and complexity of the natural world, and offers a glimpse into the soul of the poet.
Forest Songs and Other Poems
- 112 páginas
- 4 horas de lectura
A Study of Shelley
- 300 páginas
- 11 horas de lectura
In this insightful critical study, the author explores the life and work of the romantic poet Percy Bysshe Shelley. Drawing on a wide range of primary sources, including Shelley's own writings and letters, the author offers a nuanced and perceptive analysis of the poet's work and legacy.
The Black Cat
- 136 páginas
- 5 horas de lectura
Book of Songs
- 302 páginas
- 11 horas de lectura
This book is a collection of poems, written by the German poet Heinrich Heine and translated into English by John Todhunter. The poems in this book cover a wide range of topics, from love and loss to politics and social commentary. Heine's writing is celebrated for its wit, humor, and keen insight into the human condition.
Laurella and Other Poems
- 284 páginas
- 10 horas de lectura
Todhunter's play offers a haunting adaptation of Nathaniel Hawthorne's classic short story, Rappaccini's Daughter. Through striking imagery and poetic dialogue, The Poison-Flower explores themes of love, sin, and the dangers of unchecked ambition. This edition also includes Todhunter's essay on Rappaccini's Daughter and its sources, as well as a glossary of archaic terms and allusions.