The Romantics

Focusing on the intellectual influences of the English Romantic movement, the book explores the works of prominent figures like Wordsworth and Coleridge, alongside lesser-known authors such as Godwin and Thelwall. E. P. Thompson's analysis intertwines historical context with literary critique, shedding light on the societal pressures of the 1790s, including paternalism and the impact of the French Revolution. Edited by his widow, Dorothy Thompson, the collection includes original texts, notes, and an overview of his insights into this transformative period in literature and politics.