Julian And Maddalo A Conversation - Percy Bysshe Shelley - Bog

""Julian and Maddalo: A Conversation"" is a poetic dialogue written by the renowned English Romantic poet, Percy Bysshe Shelley. The book is a conversation between two characters, Julian and Maddalo, who discuss various philosophical and moral issues, including the nature of good and evil, the meaning of life, and the role of society in shaping individual identity. The conversation takes place in Italy, where Julian, a young and idealistic poet, meets Maddalo, a wealthy and worldly aristocrat. Through their dialogue, Shelley explores the tension between individual freedom and social responsibility, as well as the struggle to find meaning and purpose in a world that often seems chaotic and meaningless. The book is considered a masterpiece of Romantic literature, and has been praised for its poetic language, philosophical depth, and rich symbolism. It is a must-read for anyone interested in the Romantic movement, as well as those interested in exploring the complexities of human nature and the search for meaning and purpose in life.In strong and black relief. 'What we behold Shall be the madhouse and its belfry tower, ' Said Maddalo; 'and ever at this hour Those who may cross the water hear that bell, Which calls the maniacs each one from his cell To vespers.'--'As much skill as need to pray In thanks or hope for their dark lot have they.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.