Keats's poetry with Andrew Motion
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John Keats: Legacy and Turmoil
This chapter explores the life and works of John Keats through a personal lens, reflecting on the atmosphere of the parlour where he wrote. It captures his struggles with tuberculosis and the emotional weight of his final days, detailing the impact of his illness on his creative spirit. Additionally, the chapter examines the evolving perception of Keats posthumously, highlighting the dualities present in his legacy as shaped by contemporaries and the evolving literary canon.
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