John Addington Symonds
John Addington Symonds Jr. was an English poet and literary critic. A cultural historian, he was known for his work on the Renaissance, as well as numerous biographies of writers and artists. Although married with children, Symonds supported male love (homosexuality), which he believed could include pederastic as well as egalitarian relationships, referring to it as l'amour de l'impossible. He also wrote much poetry inspired by his same-sex affairs.
Renaissance in Italy, Volume 1 (of 7) The Age of the Despots
Witness the rise of a new era in Italy where art, science, and human potential intertwine to spark a cultural revolution.
By John Addington Symonds
The Life of Michelangelo Buonarroti
Discover the story of a determined young artist from a noble family who defied expectations to become one of history's most celebrated figures.
By John Addington Symonds
Percy Bysshe Shelley
Witness the extraordinary journey of a gifted poet who dared to challenge the world with his pen.
By John Addington Symonds
New Italian sketches
Embark on a 19th-century journey through Italy's landscapes as the author seeks emotional connection amidst its natural beauty.
By John Addington Symonds
Shelley
** Discover the tumultuous life of a passionate poet whose rebellious spirit and complex ideals clashed with societal expectations, ultimately shaping his influential verse.
By John Addington Symonds
Sketches and Studies in Italy and Greece, Complete Series I, II, and III
Embark on a journey through Italy and Greece in the 1800s where natural beauty and historical reflections intertwine.
By John Addington Symonds
Renaissance in Italy, Volume 2 (of 7) The Revival of Learning
Witness the collision of old traditions and new ideas as extraordinary people redefine knowledge and art in a fragmented, yet culturally rich, Italy.
By John Addington Symonds
Sketches and Studies in Italy and Greece, Second Series
Journey through time and landscapes as a 19th-century traveler reflects on the art, culture, and history of Italy and Greece.
By John Addington Symonds
Renaissance in Italy, Volume 4 (of 7) Italian Literature, Part 1
Discover how the literature of Renaissance Italy blossomed, reflecting a nation's struggles and triumphs as it forged a new cultural identity.
By John Addington Symonds
Sketches and Studies in Italy and Greece, First Series
Embark on a 19th-century journey through Italy and Greece, where breathtaking landscapes intertwine with reflections on history, culture, and the soul.
By John Addington Symonds
Studies of the Greek Poets (Vol 2 of 2)
Journey back to ancient Greece to witness how legendary playwrights grappled with fate, morality, and the very essence of human existence through groundbreaking tragedies.
By John Addington Symonds
Renaissance in Italy, Volumes 6 and 7 (of 7) The Catholic Reaction
After a period of great art and thought, a nation faces a powerful response that threatens to erase its independence and reshape its destiny.
By John Addington Symonds
A Problem in Modern Ethics Being an Inquiry into the Phenomenon of Sexual Inversion, Addressed Especially to Medical Psychologists and Jurists
In a time of immense societal disapproval, a forbidden desire emerges, prompting an analysis of its existence and moral implications under the scrutinizing eyes of science and law.
By John Addington Symonds
Renaissance in Italy, Volume 3 (of 7) The Fine Arts
Journey back in time to discover how paintings, sculptures, and architecture reshaped a nation.
By John Addington Symonds
Renaissance in Italy, Volume 5 (of 7) Italian Literature, Part 2
Discover an era of artistic rebirth through its storytelling, where knights, love, and society's expectations clash in a groundbreaking poem.
By John Addington Symonds
Studies of the Greek Poets (Vol 1 of 2)
Journey back to ancient Greece to explore the roots of Western literature through a deep dive into its foundational poets and their world-shaping verses.
By John Addington Symonds
A Problem in Greek Ethics Being an inquiry into the phenomenon of sexual inversion, addressed especially to medical psychologists and jurists
Explore a world where love between men was not just accepted, but celebrated, shaping the very foundation of ancient Greek society.
By John Addington Symonds