Essay On Percy Shelley

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“A poet is a nightingale who sits in darkness and sings to cheer its own solitude with sweet sounds.” Percy Shelley is considered one of the most highly regarded English poets of the 19th century. He was known for his long form but lyrical verses. Unlike other poets Shelley’s parents were not as supportive of his poetry. While he was living he didn't receive fame. It wasn't until after his death that he received his recognition. During the time he was alive Shelley wrote a number of books, poetry, and plays. (“Percy Shelley” )
Percy Bysshe Shelley was born in Field place England on August 4, 1792 to Elizabeth and Timothy Shelley. He parent used the name Bysshe after his grandfather. Percy was the oldest son of six children. He had one Brother John and four sisters Elizabeth, Helen, Mary, and Margaret. Percy as well as his siblings stood in line to inherit his grandfather’s estate and seat on Parliament. Since he was the oldest child and a young lord Percy was admired by everyone at his home. (Percy Shelley” )
In 1802 Percy enrolled at the Syon House Academy where he was bullied most of the time. This was something his likability at home did not prepare him for. Percy could not control his anger which made the situation worse. (“Percy Shelley” ) The only thing Shelley liked about Syon House Academy was the science lectures given by Adam Walker. In 1804 Shelley entered Eton College at the age of twelve. The time Shelley spent there was notable for his early literature rather than his schooling. (“Percy Shelley”

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... journey. Not far from the legs laid a shattered face. Lines 6-8 even though the face is shattered he was still able to make out a frown. The frown on this sculpture seemed to survive longer than the entire sculpture. Lines 9-11 on the feet of the statue is a plaque. The sculpture is Ozymandias and he is saying how he wants people to look and admire his work. Lines 12-14 there is nothing else around but the legs, plaque, and the face of Ozymandias. (Woodberry 32)
“Lovers Philosophy” In lines 1-4 the speaker is saying how everything works together in harmony. Lines 5-8 He is asking if everything has someone or something why is it that he’s not with the person he loves. Lines 9-13 everything has something for a reason and you should not deny it. Lines 14-18 if the sun can kiss the earth and the moon can kiss the sea why didn't his love one kiss him. (Woodberry 37)

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