In Realms of Golds (1887)

In Realms of Gold is a book written by James Benjamin Kenyon and published in 1887. The book is a collection of essays on various topics such as literature, art, history, and philosophy. The title of the book is taken from a line in John Keats' poem ""On First Looking into Chapman's Homer."" Kenyon was a professor of English literature at the University of Michigan, and his essays reflect his deep knowledge and appreciation of literature and the arts. He writes about the works of Shakespeare, Milton, and Wordsworth, among others, and discusses their significance and influence on the literary world. The book also includes essays on art and architecture, including a discussion of the Gothic style and its influence on European art. Kenyon also writes about history, exploring topics such as the French Revolution and the American Civil War. In Realms of Gold is a fascinating read for anyone interested in literature, art, and history. Kenyon's writing is insightful and engaging, and his essays provide a window into the intellectual world of the late 19th century.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.