Posthumous Keats

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The book explores the profound impact of John Keats, one of England's greatest Romantic poets, whose life was tragically cut short by tuberculosis at just 25. The author reflects on how Keats's awareness of his mortality influenced his poetry, suggesting that this awareness both fueled his creative genius and contributed to his sense of tragedy. Over two decades of contemplation, the author delves into the enduring legacy of Keats's work and the themes of life, death, and artistic expression that resonate throughout his poetry.