The Romance of Biography (Vol 2 of 2) / or Memoirs of Women Loved and Celebrated by Poets, from the Days of the Troubadours to the Present Age. 3rd ed. 2 Vols.

Name: The Romance of Biography (Vol 2 of 2) / or Memoirs of Women Loved and Celebrated by Poets, from the Days of the Troubadours to the Present Age. 3rd ed. 2 Vols.
Author: Mrs. Jameson

By Mrs. Jameson

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A collection of biographical sketches and anecdotes tracing how celebrated women inspired and shaped lyric poetry from medieval troubadour traditions through later European and English poets. It interleaves short memoirs of patronesses, lovers, and wives with critical commentary on themes such as conjugal verse, patronage, changing tastes, and the commercialization and decline of sincere amatory expression. Individual episodes illustrate poets' rivalries, dedications, and domestic influences, while concluding reflections consider how female beauty and virtue have been represented and mythologized in modern poetic practice.

About the Author

Mrs. Jameson

Mrs. Jameson was a notable 19th-century writer and art historian, recognized for her contributions to literature and the study of art. She is best known for her work "Characteristics of Women: Moral, Poetical, and Historical," which explores the representation of women in literature and society. Her writings often reflect a deep engagement with themes of femininity and spirituality, as seen in her influential texts such as "Legends of the Madonna as Represented in the Fine Arts" and "Sacred and Legendary Art." Additionally, her travel writings, including "Sketches in Canada, and Rambles Among the Red Men," showcase her keen observations of culture and society. Mrs. Jameson's diverse body of work continues to resonate in discussions of gender and art history.