Table-Talk · Character
John Keats
Young poet, mourned and discussed for his untimely death and talent.
minor
Also known as Poor Keats, The poet Keats, Mr. Keats, himself
First appearance: volume ii on the disadvantages of intellectual superiority
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Criticized for a deficiency in masculine energy of style; his 'Endymion' is described as soft and fleshy, without bone or muscle.
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With William Hazlitt (friendship): Keats admired Hazlitt's criticism and they shared mutual respect, with Hazlitt influencing Keats's poetic theory. With William Hazlitt (friendship): Keats admired Hazlitt's criticism…
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- Friendship
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Character groups
- Writers and Thinkers
- Protagonist
- Literary and Artistic Circle
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- William Hazlitt
friendship · positive
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- William Hazlitt
friendship · positive
Keats admired Hazlitt's criticism and they shared mutual respect, with Hazlitt… How this plays out →
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See John Keats in volume ii on the disadvantages of intellectual superiority