The Eve of St. Agnes

"The Eve of St. Agnes" is a narrative poem by John Keats, one of the most celebrated figures of the Romantic era. Set on the eve of the feast of St. Agnes, the poem tells the story of young lovers, Madeline and Porphyro, and their daring elopement amidst familial animosity. Keats's rich imagery and evocative language create a medieval atmosphere filled with passion, danger, and dreamlike beauty.First published in 1820, this enduring poem explores themes of love, desire, and the transcendence of the imagination. This edition features illustrations by Edmund H. Garrett, further enhancing the poem's romantic and ethereal qualities. "The Eve of St. Agnes" remains a beloved work, admired for its lyrical beauty and its exploration of the power of love in the face of adversity.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you will see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work.This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.