Reading John Keats

Reading John Keats by Susan J. Wolfson, published by Cambridge University Press on May 21, 2015, is a reprint edition comprising 196 pages in English. This book delves into the works of John Keats, one of the prominent poets of the Romantic period, examining his literary contributions and the depth of his imagination. Wolfson, a leading scholar on Keats, presents an analysis that encompasses a range of his poetry, including the lengthy Endymion, the romantic Isabella, the passionate Eve of St Agnes, and the intricate Lamia, alongside his sonnets and innovative odes.

In Reading John Keats, readers will find a thorough exploration of Keats’s creative processes and the influences that shaped his writing. The text investigates his unfinished Hyperion project and the poignant late lyrics associated with Fanny Brawne, highlighting the complexities of his thought and wordplay. Illustrated with manuscript pages and portraits, this edition invites readers to uncover new insights into Keats’s work, emphasizing the enduring significance of his poetry and the nuanced turns of his language.