Romanticism

[close] community for: 1. polizeistaatphilosophen, 2. german idealists (see: title), 3. budding historians, 4. zizek souljahs, 5. al-fiqh scholars, etc.

[close] Do you love nature and its bounties? Are you delighted at the sight of twilight gently withdrawing from the common din, as if in arbitrary reassurance? Do you compare dew drops on the leaves with the 'tiny jewels of dawn' and the frost with the 'frozen essence of love and beauty?' Do you see your happy reflection in the 'mirrored lakes when the Sun beams dance about its sapphire crust' or would you prefer the reflection of love when 'the crescent moon smiles upon the mystic lake' Does your heart sing as well upon hearing the soft melodies of songbirds or you prefer the noise and commotion of this world instead.....If the answer to the former is yes, this group is meant for you

[close] Learn more about the romantic novel "William & Lucy" and how Michael Brown used the real life events of poet William Wordsworth to create this historical fiction. This group will run Jan 7-11, 2013.

[close] This is a group for discerning readers looking to discover, explore, and critically discuss some of the World’s literature, with a primary emphasis on the great books, short stories and poetry of the early-18th century to the early-20th century. You can expect to find intelligent discussions associated with literary periods and movements; major and minor authors and their works; and potential connections and relationships with other artistic movements and periods (e.g., music, visual arts, architecture, etc.).We encourage participants to bring their intellectual curiosity and a willingness to share their knowledge and engage in critical thinking and discussion. This group is intended to be a safe, comfortable, yet stimulating haven for those looking to learn more and share their love for some of the World’s great literature.