The Starlight Night

Exploring the profound connection between literature and astronomy, this updated edition delves into the works of British authors from Shakespeare to the Victorian era. David H. Levy highlights the influence of celestial events and scientific discoveries on literature, with new insights into poets Alfred Lord Tennyson and Gerard Manley Hopkins, who were also amateur astronomers. By expanding the analysis to include the Victorian age, Levy reveals the rich tapestry of how the night sky has inspired and shaped English literature throughout history.