ISBN: 9780679643593 - the romantic revolution: a history (modern library chronicles) (13 Ergebnisse)

Hardback. Zustand: Good. A splendidly pithy and provocative introduction to the culture of Romanticism.--The Sunday Times Tim Blanning is] in a particularly good position to speak of the arrival of Romanticism on the Euorpean scene, and he does so with a verve, a breadth, and an authority that exceed every expectation.--National Review From the preeminent historian of Europe in the eighteenth and nineteenth centuries comes a superb, concise account of a cultural upheaval that still shapes sensibilities today. A rebellion against the rationality of the Enlightenment, Romanticism was a profound shift in expression that altered the arts and ushered in modernity, even as it championed a return to the intuitive and the primitive. Tim Blanning describes its beginnings in Rousseau's novel La Nouvelle H lo se, which placed the artistic creator at the center of aesthetic activity, and reveals how Goethe, Goya, Berlioz, and others began experimenting with themes of artistic madness, the role of sex as a psychological force, and the use of dreamlike imagery. Whether unearthing the origins of sex appeal or the celebration of accessible storytelling, The Romantic Revolution is a bold and brilliant introduction to an essential time whose influence would far outlast its age. Anyone with an interest in cultural history will revel in the book's range and insights. Specialists will savor the anecdotes, casual readers will enjoy the introduction to rich and exciting material. Brilliant artistic output during a time of transformative upheaval never gets old, and this book shows us why.--The Washington Times It's a pleasure to read a relatively concise piece of scholarship of so high a caliber, especially expressed as well as in this fine book.--Library Journal.…

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Hardback. Zustand: Good. A splendidly pithy and provocative introduction to the culture of Romanticism.--The Sunday Times Tim Blanning is] in a particularly good position to speak of the arrival of Romanticism on the Euorpean scene, and he does so with a verve, a breadth, and an authority that exceed every expectation.--National Review From the preeminent historian of Europe in the eighteenth and nineteenth centuries comes a superb, concise account of a cultural upheaval that still shapes sensibilities today. A rebellion against the rationality of the Enlightenment, Romanticism was a profound shift in expression that altered the arts and ushered in modernity, even as it championed a return to the intuitive and the primitive. Tim Blanning describes its beginnings in Rousseau's novel La Nouvelle H lo se, which placed the artistic creator at the center of aesthetic activity, and reveals how Goethe, Goya, Berlioz, and others began experimenting with themes of artistic madness, the role of sex as a psychological force, and the use of dreamlike imagery. Whether unearthing the origins of sex appeal or the celebration of accessible storytelling, The Romantic Revolution is a bold and brilliant introduction to an essential time whose influence would far outlast its age. Anyone with an interest in cultural history will revel in the book's range and insights. Specialists will savor the anecdotes, casual readers will enjoy the introduction to rich and exciting material. Brilliant artistic output during a time of transformative upheaval never gets old, and this book shows us why.--The Washington Times It's a pleasure to read a relatively concise piece of scholarship of so high a caliber, especially expressed as well as in this fine book.--Library Journal.…

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Zustand: Very Good. Former library copy. Pages intact with possible writing/highlighting. Binding strong with minor wear. Dust jackets/supplements may not be included. Includes library markings. Stock photo provided. Product includes identifying sticker. Better World Books: Buy Books. Do Good.

Zustand: Very Good. Pages intact with possible writing/highlighting. Binding strong with minor wear. Dust jackets/supplements may not be included. Stock photo provided. Product includes identifying sticker. Better World Books: Buy Books. Do Good.

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Hardcover. Zustand: Very Good. Zustand des Schutzumschlags: As New. Bottom front and back tips of hardboards knocked; Very light wear to hardboards, very clean, tight, no markings; Modern Library Chronicles; 244 pages.

Hardcover. Zustand: Good. Good +. Ex-library copy that has seen very little, if any, use. Expected stickers and stamps. Clean, solid copy with no markings to main text. Small bump/scuff to bottom front cover corner. Binding is tight. Jacket is protected in clear plastic, which still retains its gloss. We are unable to ship oversize books and multi-volume sets internationally.…

Hard Cover. Zustand: vg+. Zustand des Schutzumschlags: fine. 1st ptg. thus. xvii + 244pp including bibliography & index; diamond & logo pattern in brown on white endpages; color il'd dust jacket is in new clear protective mylar. Hardcover (dj).

hardcover. Zustand: Very Good. Zustand des Schutzumschlags: Very good. First Edition. First edition, first printing. Pages clean and bright, no markings, light wear to edges. Binding tight. NEW EU 3 EURO CHARGE FOR IMPORTS IS INCLUDED IN OUR SHIPPING PRICE. ALL ITEMS ARE DISPATCHED FROM THE UK, ALL OVERSEAS ORDERS SENT BY TRACKABLE AIR MAIL. IF YOU ARE LOCATED OUTSIDE THE UK PLEASE ASK US FOR A POSTAGE QUOTE FOR MULTI VOLUME SETS BEFORE ORDERING.…

Hardcover. Zustand: Brand New. 244 pages. 8.50x5.50x0.75 inches. In Stock.