The Eve of St Agnes

Name: The Eve of St Agnes
Brand: Penguin Random House NZ
SKU: 9780141398297
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By John Keats

Series: Penguin Little Black Classics

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Summary

The Eve of St Agnes by John Keats is a narrative poem that weaves imagery, romance, and superstition into an enchanting tale set within a medieval castle. The story revolves around a young woman named Madeline, who hopes to see her future husband in a dream on this fateful night, and her forbidden love, Porphyro. Keats masterfully explores themes of passion and longing, using vivid descriptions to evoke the timeless enchantment of love and dreams within a richly detailed setting.
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Format: Paperback / softback

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You might enjoy this poetic journey if you're captivated by rich imagery and romantic tales entwined with tradition and mysticism. It offers a vivid exploration of love and longing set against a backdrop of medieval rituals, perfect for those who appreciate a fusion of art, culture, and evocative storytelling.

The Eve of St Agnes

Contains a selection of John Keats' greatest verse - including his gothic story in verse, 'The Eve of St Agnes', and the mysterious 'Lamia' - exploring themes of love, enchantment, myth and magic.

The Romantic poet's most lyrical, enchanting verse on myth, sensuality, dreams and superstition.

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The Eve of St Agnes by John Keats is part of the Little Black Classics collection – a new series introduced to celebrate Penguin's 80th anniversary.

"Hoodwink'd in faery fancy..."

Immerse yourself in the enchanting and fantastical narratives crafted by one of the most revered romantic poets, John Keats, as you explore this timeless classic.

Series: Penguin Little Black Classics

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The Eve of St Agnes by John Keats is celebrated for its vivid imagery and romantic narrative. Critics often commend its rich language and exploration of themes such as love, dreams, and the supernatural. While some readers appreciate its lyrical beauty and atmospheric setting, others may find its archaic style a bit challenging. Overall, it's considered a masterpiece of romantic poetry that captures Keats's talent for capturing emotion and mood.

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780141398297

Publisher: Penguin Books Ltd

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 26 February 2015

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Penguin Classics

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 7.0mm

Width: 111.0mm

Height: 161.0mm

Weight: 53g

Pages: 64

Collections

Arts & Culture John Keats Non-Fiction Penguin Books Penguin Classics Series: Penguin Little Black Classics

About the Author

John Keats (1795-1821). Keats's works available in Penguin Classics are Selected Poems, So Bright and Delicate: Love Letters and Poems of John Keats to Fanny Brawne, The Complete Poems and Selected Letters.