9781334482038 - An Entirely Original Fairy Opera, in Two Acts, Entitled Iolanthe, or the Peer and the Peri (Classic Reprint) de Gilbert, W. S. (3 resultados)

PAP. Condición: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

PAP. Condición: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

Paperback. Condición: New. Print on Demand. This book presents an examination of the Victorian era's cultural preoccupation with fairies, exploring their multifaceted representations in literature, art, and society. The author analyzes how this fascination intersected with themes of class, gender, and empire, providing insights into the complex cultural landscape of the period. The book traces the evolution of fairy mythology from its Celtic origins through its transformation in Victorian literature, revealing the profound impact it had on the Victorian imagination. By examining the works of prominent authors such as William Butler Yeats, J.M. Barrie, and Lewis Carroll, the author demonstrates how fairies became symbols of both nostalgia and progress, embodying both a longing for a lost past and a vision of a utopian future. This book offers a nuanced understanding of the Victorian fascination with fairies, arguing that it was a response to the social and intellectual upheavals of the time. Through its rich analysis of literary and cultural texts, this book sheds light on the enduring legacy of fairies in shaping our understanding of the human condition. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item.