Romanticism
“Romanticism” by Lilian R. Furst, published by Methuen in 1976, is an exploration of allegorical dreamscapes through a contemporary lens. This edition spans 84 pages and is presented in English. The narrative begins with the character Jarman asleep at his desk, surrounded by Christian imagery, and delves into his dreams that transpose New Testament events into modern scenarios.
Readers will find a thoughtful examination of repressive attitudes toward gay sex, as well as a critical exploration of the Church’s stance on homosexuality and its involvement in the AIDS crisis. The book engages with themes of romanticism while addressing significant social issues, making it a reflective piece on the intersection of faith and sexuality.
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A series of allogorical dreamscapes. The narrative unfolds to find Jarman asleep at his desk, surrounded by Christian imagery. His dreams transpose New Testament events into a contemporary context, examining repressive attitudes to gay sex and exploring issues about the Church’s attitude to homosexuality and its role in the AIDS crisis.
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