Divided into two diverse parts between the love letters and the poems, this is Keats in love and inspired. It is also more poignantly a vision of Keats slowly fading and with the final letters he disappears from the world.Out of this devotion comes a portrait of Fanny Brawne, whose presence, rather than ghostly and ethereal, stands instead of looming as a kind of grounded substance and whose, so grounded, being contrasts strangely and almost unromantically with the more lifted imagination of Keats.Of the poems, "Bright star, would I were steadfast as thou art" drew me in the most, but I have a bias. The book was published to coincide with the release of Jane Campion's biopic "Bright Star" and the film comes highly recommended from me. The Romantic Age is a self-reflecting, worship of life and youth; nature and peace. Overall, I criticize that it is sentimental, and that most of these works could qualify as journal entries (thoughts, feelings, impressions, etc). But I know these are the qualities that other people appreciate, and I only mean to offer my own opinion. It has its place. However, if I had to choose a favorite author, it would be Keats. Had he lived to strengthen his skill, he may have been the greatest poet of the Romantic period.
What do You think about Yön Kirkas Tähti (2010)?
ah, such romance. I saw this movie and had to read it for myself. How could I resist! Loved it.
—Tigerpaw
I loved the letters more than the poetry.
—lindamarcus
