| Author |
Beardsley, Aubrey, 1872-1898 |
| Title |
The Story of Venus and Tannhäuser: A Romantic Novel
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 62.9 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
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| Credits |
Produced by Marc D'Hooghe (Images generously made available by the Bodleian Library in Oxford.
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| Summary |
"The Story of Venus and Tannhäuser: A Romantic Novel" by Aubrey Beardsley is a romantic novel written in the early 20th century. It presents a fantastical narrative surrounding the legendary characters of Tannhäuser, a knight who ventures into the realm of Venus, the goddess of love. The book intricately explores themes of desire, hedonism, and the interplay between love and repentance, all set against a backdrop of opulent and whimsical imagery that characterizes Beardsley's distinctive artistic style. The story follows Tannhäuser as he enters the enchanting Venusberg, where he loses himself in a world of sensual pleasures under the care and seduction of Venus. Initially enthralled by the lavish lifestyle and the goddess's affections, Tannhäuser eventually grapples with his conscience, feeling the pull of repentance that prompts his journey to seek absolution in Rome. The narrative shifts between vivid descriptions of the extravagant court of Venus and Tannhäuser’s introspective struggles. As he navigates his dual yearnings for both worldly indulgence and spiritual redemption, the novel delves into the complexities of human desire and its consequences, delivering a rich tapestry of eroticism and reflection on the nature of love. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
English |
| LoC Class |
PR: Language and Literatures: English literature
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| Subject |
Fantasy fiction
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| Subject |
Love stories
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| Subject |
Venus (Roman deity) -- Fiction
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| Subject |
Tannhäuser -- Fiction
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
50210 |
| Release Date |
Oct 14, 2015 |
| Most Recently Updated |
Apr 2, 2024 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
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