Thyrsis: A Monody And The Scholar Gypsy is a book written by Matthew Arnold and published in 1910. The book consists of two poems, Thyrsis and The Scholar Gypsy, both of which are considered to be among Arnold's best works. Thyrsis is a monody, which is a type of poem that is written in honor of someone who has died. The poem is a tribute to Arnold's friend, Arthur Hugh Clough, who died in 1861. Thyrsis is a pastoral elegy that describes the beauty of nature and the sadness of losing a friend. The poem is written in a melancholic tone and reflects Arnold's own grief over his friend's death.The Scholar Gypsy is a narrative poem that tells the story of a scholar who leaves his studies and becomes a gypsy. The poem is based on a legend that Arnold heard while studying at Oxford University. The Scholar Gypsy is a romantic and nostalgic poem that celebrates the freedom and adventure of the gypsy lifestyle. Overall, Thyrsis: A Monody And The Scholar Gypsy is a collection of two beautiful and poignant poems that explore themes of loss, friendship, nature, and freedom. The book is a testament to Arnold's skill as a poet and his ability to capture the essence of human emotions and experiences through his writing.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
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Höhe: 280 mm
Breite: 216 mm
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978-1-120-94349-1 (9781120943491)
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Matthew Arnold (24 December 1822 - 15 April 1888) was an English poet and cultural critic who worked as an inspector of schools. He was the son of Thomas Arnold, the celebrated headmaster of Rugby School, and brother to both Tom Arnold, literary professor, and William Delafield Arnold, novelist and colonial administrator. Matthew Arnold has been characterised as a sage writer, a type of writer who chastises and instructs the reader on contemporary social issues.
He was the eldest son of Thomas Arnold and his wife Mary Penrose Arnold (1791-1873), born on 24 December 1822 at Laleham-on-Thames, Middlesex.[2] John Keble stood as godfather to Matthew.
In 1828, Thomas Arnold was appointed Headmaster of Rugby School, and the family took up residence, that year. From 1831, Arnold was tutored by his clerical uncle, John Buckland, in Laleham. In 1834, the Arnolds occupied a holiday home, Fox How, in the Lake District. There William Wordsworth was a neighbour and close friend.
In 1836, Arnold was sent to Winchester College, but in 1837 he returned to Rugby School. He moved to the sixth form in 1838 and so came under the direct tutelage of his father. He wrote verse for a family magazine, and won school prizes, His prize poem, "Alaric at Rome", was printed at Rugby.
In November 1840, aged 17, Arnold matriculated at Balliol College, Oxford, where in 1841 he won an open scholarship, graduating B.A. in 1844.[2][3] During his student years at Oxford, his friendship became stronger with Arthur Hugh Clough, a Rugby pupil who had been one of his father's favourites. He attended John Henry Newman's sermons at the University Church of St Mary the Virgin but did not join the Oxford Movement. His father died suddenly of heart disease in 1842, and Fox How became the family's permanent residence. His poem Cromwell won the 1843 Newdigate prize. He graduated in the following year with second class honours in Literae Humaniores.
