Routledge Studies in Romanticism Series (books)

Routledge Studies in Romanticism Series

This series delves into the rich and multifaceted world of Romanticism, exploring its literary, cultural, and historical dimensions. It offers in-depth examinations of the key authors, works, and ideas that shaped this pivotal era. Readers can expect detailed analyses and fresh interpretations that illuminate the movement's enduring legacy. It serves as an essential resource for anyone interested in the intellectual and artistic landscape of the early 19th century.

Sympathy and the State in the Romantic Era

Systems, State Finance, and the Shadows of Futurity

Robert Mitchell

280 pages
10 hours of reading

The book delves into the intriguing link between Romantic-era theories of sympathy and the financial crises faced by states in the eighteenth and early nineteenth centuries. It examines how these economic challenges influenced the development of sympathy as a concept, revealing the interplay between emotional responses and political realities during this transformative period. Through this lens, the author highlights the profound impact of state finance on cultural and philosophical thought in the Romantic era.