Life of John Keats: His Life and Poetry, His Friends, Critics and After-Fame

"Life of John Keats: His Life and Poetry, His Friends, Critics and After-Fame" by Sidney Colvin uncovers the story of famed Romantic poet John Keats, from his modest beginnings to his rise in the literary world. The biography explores Keats’s life experiences, highlighting his most intimate relationships and the critical reception of his work both during his life and after his passing. The book begins by exploring Keats's birth and family life in London, leading into his childhood, his parents' impact on his life, and his education, which helped him follow his growing passion for poetry. The account shows Keats's devotion to literature and offers a vivid portrait of a talented individual whose future brilliance was shaped by the trials of his youth.