Théophile Gautier fue un poeta, dramaturgo, novelista y periodista francés que encarnó el espíritu del Romanticismo. Sus obras, a menudo inspiradas por sus viajes y el mundo del arte, se caracterizan por su rica imaginería y detalle sensorial. Gautier fue un defensor del "arte por el arte", priorizando la perfección estética y la forma en su escritura. Su influencia como crítico literario y guionista, especialmente para el ballet, moldeó el panorama cultural de su época.
Esta obra recoge las impresiones de Gautier durante el viaje que realizó por España en 1840. De éste surgieron también su obras " España " y " Tauromaquia " . Sus páginas están llenas tanto de observaciones de primera mano como de informaciones librescas recogidas por él.
Italo Calvino explora el cuento fantástico del siglo XIX, destacando su relevancia para entender la interioridad humana y la simbología colectiva. Su antología se divide en "Lo fantástico visionario" y "Lo fantástico cotidiano", reuniendo relatos de autores como Poe, Hawthorne y Dickens, en una edición única.
This volume contains Gautier's biographical essay „The Life and Intimate Memoirs of Baudelaire“. The English translator Guy Thorne complements Gautier's writing with selected poems and letters of Baudelaire and an essay on Baudelaire's influence upon modern poetry and thought. Reprint of the original edition from 1915.
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In this intriguing tale, Princess Hermonthis brings a young man to her burial site, where he seeks her father's blessing for marriage. However, the father declines, worrying about the young man's fleeting life compared to his daughter's three-thousand-year existence.
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A man purchases a mummified foot from an antiques shop, only to discover it once belonged to an Egyptian princess who desires its return. This encounter leads him to negotiate a supernatural deal. The gothic short story, penned by Théophile Gautier, explores themes of possession and the supernatural. This edition features a new introductory biography of translator Lafcadio Hearn, enhancing the reader's understanding of the work's context and significance in the genre.
Théophile Gautier stands out in French literature as a multifaceted figure—romantic provocateur, flamboyant bohemian, and a talented novelist and poet. His work reflects his vibrant personality and diverse talents, including journalism and criticism, showcasing his impact on the literary scene of his time. Gautier's life and contributions reveal a rich tapestry of creativity and cultural influence, making him a compelling character in the history of literature.