Idea of Infancy in Nineteenth-Century British Poetry

Discover the transformative exploration of childhood in "Idea of Infancy in Nineteenth-Century British Poetry" by D. B. Ruderman. Published by Taylor & Francis Ltd in 2019, this insightful paperback spans 288 pages, delving deep into the significance of infancy as both a poetic concept and a realm of endless possibilities. Ruderman skillfully theorizes how the notion of childhood provided poets with a unique lens to access fluid, uncanny, and evolving forms of subjectivity and artistic expression. By employing innovative new formalist and psychoanalytic perspectives, this book reimagines the role of infancy in 19th-century English poetry, making it a must-read for scholars and enthusiasts alike. Enhance your understanding of literary history and the intricate relationship between poetry and childhood with this compelling work.