Hardyment, Christina
Writing the Thames
- ISBN 13:
- 9781851244508
- author:
- Hardyment, Christina
- format:
- HardBack
- publisher:
- Bodleian Library, University of Oxford
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2017
- Pages:
- 288
- Dimensions:
- 6.30(w) x 9.30(h) x 1.30(d)
- Genre:
- Literary Theory
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 10 working days
Description
Writing the Thames by Christina Hardyment A collection of poetry, artwork, and prose that explores the enduring legacy of the River Thames in literature and art. From historical events to explorations of its topography, this book brings together a diverse range of writers and artists who have been inspired by the river. The book features chapters on topics such as Julius Caesar's crossing, Elizabeth I's stand at Tilbury, and the works of authors like Thomas More, Francis Bacon, and Henry James, who found inspiration in the river's surroundings. Beautifully illustrated with seventy full-color images, this book celebrates the writers who helped form the Thames' enduring legacy. Through art, poetry, and prose, Writing the Thames tells the remarkable story of the River Thames, a testament to its enduring influence on literature and art.
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