Poems And Translations, 1850-1870; Together With The Prose Story, Hand And Soul (1914)

Poems and Translations, 1850-1870; Together with the Prose Story, Hand and Soul is a collection of works by Dante Gabriel Rossetti, a prominent English poet, painter, and translator of the nineteenth century. This volume includes a selection of Rossetti's poetry, which spans two decades of his career and showcases his mastery of various poetic forms, including sonnets, ballads, and narrative poems. The poems touch on a wide range of themes, from love and beauty to death and spirituality, and are characterized by their rich imagery and musicality.In addition to the poetry, the book also includes Rossetti's prose story, Hand and Soul, which was first published in 1850. This tale follows the journey of a young artist named Felix, who becomes obsessed with creating a masterpiece that will capture the beauty of his beloved, a woman named Aurora. As Felix struggles to bring his vision to life, he is aided by a mysterious figure known as the Master, who teaches him the secrets of art and inspires him to reach new heights of creativity.Overall, Poems and Translations, 1850-1870; Together with the Prose Story, Hand and Soul offers readers a comprehensive look at the work of one of the most influential poets of the Victorian era. With its blend of poetry and prose, this volume provides a fascinating glimpse into the mind and creative process of Dante Gabriel Rossetti.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.