Percy Bysshe Shelley (1792–1822) was an English Romantic poet renowned for his lyrical and Epic verse, as well as his revolutionary ideals. His seminal works, including "Ozymandias" and "Prometheus Unbound," have profoundly influenced English Literature and Romantic Poetry. Shelley's advocacy for social and political Change, expressed through his writings, remains a cornerstone of his legacy. His poetry, characterized by its imaginative brilliance and radical themes, continues to captivate readers and scholars alike.
Anecdotes
- Expelled from Oxford for co-authoring a pamphlet on Atheism, causing a major scandal.
- Eloped with 16-Year-old Mary Wollstonecraft Godwin despite already Being married, igniting a controversy that inspired the Creation of "Frankenstein.
- Expelled from Oxford for distributing a pamphlet advocating atheism, leading to estrangement from his Family.
Magnitudes
- Challenge norms and dare to be radical.
- Challenge conventions to discover your unique voice.
- Challenge conventions to spark innovative creation.
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