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The Prose Works of Percy Bysshe Shelley Vol. I
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- Book Synopsis
- The prose works Vol I presents a diverse range of writings that reveal the intellectual breadth and emotional depth of the author. This volume brings together early fictional pieces, polemical tracts, and correspondence, illuminating Shelley s evolving views on human nature, justice, and individual freedom. His romanticism and radical political stance are evident in the combination of gothic narrative and impassioned argumentation. The book opens with Zastrozzi, a work defined by vengeance, isolation, and intense emotional conflict. In this tale, readers are confronted with a nightmarish world in which the character Verezzi becomes the object of a remorseless pursuit. The psychological pressure exerted by Zastrozzi blends with the claustrophobic atmosphere of confinement and emotional manipulation, offering a stark portrayal of human endurance and moral extremity. Shelley's prose brims with fervent conviction, drawing on themes of suffering and resistance, and projecting broader reflections on authority, rebellion, and the inner life of the individual. As the volume progresses, the selections continue to reveal Shelley s preoccupations with liberty, the human spirit, and the struggle to find meaning in a corrupt world.
- About The Author
- Percy Bysshe Shelley was born on August 4, 1792, at Field Place in Sussex, England, to Timothy Shelley and Elizabeth Pilfold Shelley. Raised in an affluent family, he attended Eton College, where he developed a love for literature and science, and later went on to study briefly at University College, Oxford, from which he was expelled for co-authoring a pamphlet promoting atheism. His personal and intellectual defiance would come to define his life and work. Shelley married Harriet Westbrook in 1811, but the marriage ended in tragedy. In 1816, he married Mary Godwin, daughter of William Godwin and Mary Wollstonecraft, after Harriet s death. Shelley became a central figure in the Romantic movement, forming close associations with literary figures such as Lord Byron and Leigh Hunt. His prose and poetry reflected his passion for political reform, human liberty, and philosophical idealism. Despite facing criticism during his lifetime, Shelley remained dedicated to his ideals. He died on July 8, 1822, in a boating accident off the coast of Lerici, Italy. His contributions to literature were recognized posthumously, securing his place as one of the most influential Romantic poets in the English literary tradition.
- Product Details
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- ISBN
- 9789371136693
- Format
- Paperback
- Publisher
- Double 9 Books, (01 May 2025)
- Number of Pages
- 330
- Language
- English
- Dimensions
- 216 x 140 x 19 mm
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