A London Plane-Tree, and Other Verse (ePub)
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Amy Levy's 'A London Plane-Tree, and Other Verse' stands as a singular opus weaving the personal with the universal, capturing the complex intersection of identity, emotion, and the societal tableau of her time. Levy's verse, characterized by its lyrical...
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Amy Levy's 'A London Plane-Tree, and Other Verse' stands as a singular opus weaving the personal with the universal, capturing the complex intersection of identity, emotion, and the societal tableau of her time. Levy's verse, characterized by its lyrical intensity and incisive wit, navigates through the vicissitudes of urban life with a keen sensibility for both its vibrancy and its desolation. Set against the literary currents of the late Victorian era, this oeuvre offers a distinctive feminine perspective, fusing introspective melancholy with social commentary, and resonates with the broader cultural and literary movements of her contemporaries - at once part of and apart from the aestheticism that marked the period.
Amy Levy emerged as a gifted writer at the confluence of several identities: as a woman, as a member of the Jewish community, and as an individual grappling with the tumultuous currents of her own psyche. She is noteworthy for her prescient engagement with themes such as alienation, gender equality, and the struggle for authentic self-expression. Driven by a nuanced understanding of her own marginalization, Levy's work retains a poignant urgency, inscribing her lived experience into her intellectual and artistic pursuits. This collection encapsulates that drive, distilling her introspective vision through the medium of poetry.
The collection 'A London Plane-Tree, and Other Verse' is recommended for those who seek to explore the literary heritage of the fin de siècle through a lens that is at once intimate and expansive. Readers will find themselves immersed in the aesthetic and existential preoccupations of an era on the brink of modernism, as articulated by a voice both deeply human and literary. Levy's work invites a contemplative engagement with the text, beckoning to scholars and aficionados of poetry alike to partake in the richness of her poetic landscape.
Amy Levy emerged as a gifted writer at the confluence of several identities: as a woman, as a member of the Jewish community, and as an individual grappling with the tumultuous currents of her own psyche. She is noteworthy for her prescient engagement with themes such as alienation, gender equality, and the struggle for authentic self-expression. Driven by a nuanced understanding of her own marginalization, Levy's work retains a poignant urgency, inscribing her lived experience into her intellectual and artistic pursuits. This collection encapsulates that drive, distilling her introspective vision through the medium of poetry.
The collection 'A London Plane-Tree, and Other Verse' is recommended for those who seek to explore the literary heritage of the fin de siècle through a lens that is at once intimate and expansive. Readers will find themselves immersed in the aesthetic and existential preoccupations of an era on the brink of modernism, as articulated by a voice both deeply human and literary. Levy's work invites a contemplative engagement with the text, beckoning to scholars and aficionados of poetry alike to partake in the richness of her poetic landscape.
Autoren-Porträt von Amy Levy
Amy Levy (1861-1889) was a British poet, novelist, and essayist renowned for her literary contributions that intertwarkened Jewish themes and Victorian society's challenges. Levy was a trailblazer in many aspects; she became the first Jewish woman to attend Newnham College, Cambridge. Her writing, marked by sharp wit and a sense of social critique, often laid bare the struggles and unseen lives of urban women and minorities. 'A London Plane-Tree, and Other Verse' (1889) captures her intimate observations of London life, distinguished by its lyrical intensity and engagement with themes of urban isolation and lesbian identity, which were groundbreaking for her time. While Levy's work was not widely acclaimed during her lifetime, she posthumously gained recognition for her role in feminist and LGBTQ+ literary histories. Her early death at the age of 27 only adds a poignant note to her brief yet impactful literary career. Levy's work is crucial in understanding the intersections of gender, religion, and sexuality in Victorian England.
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- Autor: Amy Levy
- 2022, 39 Seiten, Englisch
- Verlag: DigiCat
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- ISBN-13: 8596547246138
- Erscheinungsdatum: 04.09.2022
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