Routledge Joseph Severn: Letters and Memoirs - 19th Century

Explore the first modern scholarly edition of the letters and memoirs of Joseph Severn, the English painter famously known as the deathbed companion of John Keats. Published by Routledge as part of The Nineteenth Century Series, this work provides a fresh perspective on a significant historical figure through a collection of previously unseen documents. This edition is built upon an unprecedented access to hundreds of new letters held by descendants of the Severn family. These never-before-published pieces of correspondence allow for a major revisionist look at Severn's life and character, challenging long-held traditional ideas. Readers will find new information regarding his early artistic success in Italy and a thorough record of his daily activities while working. Ideal for students of history, art lovers, and scholars of the Romantic era, this book offers a deep dive into the personal and professional life of an artist. By utilizing primary sources that were once hidden from public view, this volume serves as a vital resource for understanding the social and artistic landscape of the nineteenth century.