Tennyson and Mid-Victorian Publishing

The book delves into the intricate relationship between Tennyson's career and the publishing industry, highlighting how his work was shaped by commercial interests. Utilizing overlooked archival materials, it explores Tennyson's book sales in Britain and America, the evolving dynamics of poetry publishing, and the impact of illustrated gift books on his public image. It emphasizes Edward Moxon's pivotal role in revitalizing poetry in the mid-19th century and how he transformed the Victorian public's engagement with Romantic poetry.