Publisher's Synopsis
Notes on Sculptures in Rome and Florence is a collection of essays and observations by the renowned English poet Percy Bysshe Shelley, published posthumously in 1879. The book is divided into two parts, with the first part containing Shelley's notes on various sculptures he encountered during his travels in Rome and Florence. These notes cover a range of topics, including the history and significance of the sculptures, as well as Shelley's personal impressions and reflections on their beauty and meaning.The second part of the book includes a Lucianic fragment, which is a short piece of writing attributed to the ancient Greek satirist Lucian, as well as a criticism of Thomas Love Peacock's poem Rhododaphne. In this section, Shelley offers his thoughts and opinions on these works, providing readers with insight into his literary and critical sensibilities.Overall, Notes on Sculptures in Rome and Florence is a fascinating glimpse into the mind of one of the greatest poets of the Romantic era, offering readers a unique perspective on art, literature, and culture in the 19th century.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.
