Nicholas Rowe (1674-1718) was a renowned English dramatist, poet, and miscellanist, celebrated for his literary contributions during the late 17th and early 18th centuries. Born in Little Barford, Bedfordshire, to a legal family, Rowe was educated at Westminster School and later graduated from the Middle Temple, fostering both literary ambitions and a career in law. Rowe's literary legacy is most notably anchored by his tragic play 'The Fair Penitent' (1703), which secured his reputation for its emotive narrative and masterful depiction of moral complexity within character development. This work, reflecting the heightened sensibilities of the early sentimental movement, is an adaptation of Massinger and Field's 'The Fatal Dowry' and centers around the character of Lothario, a role that has etched an enduring archetype in literary history. His works are characterized by their elevated language and moralistic themes, as they often explore the ramifications of passion and virtue. Beyond playwriting, Rowe also served as Poet Laureate from 1715 until his death and was tasked with translating Lucan's epic, 'Pharsalia,' to critical acclaim. As a significant figure of the Augustan period in English literature, Rowe's contribution to the development of neoclassical drama and poetry is celebrated, with 'The Fair Penitent' remaining a poignant exemplar of his artistic philosophy and literary prowess.
Erscheint lt. Verlag | 17.11.2023 |
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Verlagsort | Prague |
Sprache | englisch |
Themenwelt | Literatur ► Anthologien |
Schlagworte | 18th century drama • Augustan Literature • Classic • classic drama • Dramatic poignancy • Early Modern Literature • English classic plays • English literary classics • English literature • gender norms • Georgian England • Historical • historic plays • moral compass • Moralistic Literature • Neoclassical tragedy • Nicholas Rowe • Nicholas Rowe literature • Redemption • Restoration drama • Scholarly audience • theatrical literature • tragedy play |
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