John Keats (1795–1821) was an English Romantic poet. The poetry of Keats is characterized by sensual imagery, most notably in the series of odes. Today his poems and letters are some of the most popular and most analyzed in English literature. During the 19th century, critics deemed them unworthy of attention, distractions from his poetic works. During the 20th century they became almost as admired and studied as his poetry, and are highly regarded within the canon of English literary correspondence. T. S. Eliot described them as "certainly the most notable and most important ever written by any English poet." Keats spent a great deal of time considering poetry itself, its constructs and impacts, displaying a deep interest unusual amongst his milieu who were more easily distracted by metaphysics or politics, fashions or science. This edition includes: Biographies: Life of John Keats by Sidney Colvin Life, letters, and literary remains, of John Ketas by Richard Monckton Milnes Complete Letters: To Messrs, Taylor and Hessey To Jane Reynolds To Charles Wentworth Dilke To Joseph Severn To John Taylor To Benjamin Robert Haydon To Benjamin Bailey To John Hamilton Reynolds To George and Thomas Keats To Fanny Keats To James Rice To Leigh Hunt To Richard Woodhouse To Thomas Keats To James Elmes To Mrs. Brawne To Charles Cowden Clarke To George and Georgiana Keats To Percy Bysshe Shelley To Mrs. Reynolds To Georgiana Keats To Mariane and Jane Reynolds To Mrs. Wylie To Charles Brown...

In the present work the first chapter after introduction focuses on Keats' personal matters expressed in his famous poem "Ode To A Nightingale" and his letters. Then in the following chapter, I have focused on his autobiographical elements found in the very poem "La Belle Dame Sans Merci". Then in the chapter-III I have tried to concentrate on his love for beauty and human heartedness. The poems I have taken into account are certainly a part of the best poetry ever produced in the history of English literature. I have been impressed by and interested in Keatsian poetry since when I read "Ode To A Nightingale" for the very first time. The present research is an illustration of my admiration for his great work and craftsmanship.

This book contains a voluminous compilation of correspondences between the poet John Keats, his loved ones, and his friends. The total of 164 correspondences written by Keats in this edition are markedly varied. From short notes of acknowledgement to lengthy, detailed accounts of events in his life complete with poetic drafts, they provide a window into the poet's mind in a manner uncommon for the period. Owing to their detail and flow, there is something of an autobiographical tone whereby the poet relays various episodic accounts and events. Often in the habit of inserting draft poetry to his writings, Keats reveals his flamboyant personality and commitment to his craft. There is an unmistakable passion for his poems, and the poet's good manners and appreciation of courtesy is clear to behold. His philosophy behind creativity, and his unceasing quest for greater understanding of art, are among the most compelling traits present. Essential for lovers of Romantic era poetry, the letters of Keats are also valuable for shedding light on an era which saw a blossoming of the poetic arts. We gain a sense of the social customs and mores of Regency era Britain and early nineteenth century Europe. Keats only experienced a few years of recognition before his early death at the age of 25. Wide recognition and critical acclaim, which steadily increased his reputation posthumously, would rest partially upon the vigour and verve with which he approached his tragically brief life. For ease of reference, this edition of Keats letters contains a full Table of Contents which includes the name of each letter's recipient. It also contains the collator's original notes in their entirety, providing the reader with historical context together with information on the people and interests Keats refers to.