Edward Carpenter: Poet And Prophet is a biography of the life and work of Edward Carpenter, written by Ernest Crosby. Edward Carpenter was a poet, philosopher, and activist who lived in the late 19th and early 20th centuries. He was a pioneer in the gay rights movement and an advocate for socialism, feminism, and environmentalism.The book begins with Carpenter's early life in Brighton, England, and his education at Cambridge University. It then goes on to describe his travels to India and the influence of Eastern philosophy ...
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Edward Carpenter: Poet And Prophet is a biography of the life and work of Edward Carpenter, written by Ernest Crosby. Edward Carpenter was a poet, philosopher, and activist who lived in the late 19th and early 20th centuries. He was a pioneer in the gay rights movement and an advocate for socialism, feminism, and environmentalism.The book begins with Carpenter's early life in Brighton, England, and his education at Cambridge University. It then goes on to describe his travels to India and the influence of Eastern philosophy on his thinking. The book also covers Carpenter's relationships with other notable figures of his time, including Walt Whitman and E.M. Forster.Throughout the book, Crosby explores Carpenter's ideas and beliefs, including his views on sexuality, spirituality, and social justice. He also examines Carpenter's literary works, including his poetry and prose, and their impact on the cultural and political landscape of his time.Overall, Edward Carpenter: Poet And Prophet offers a comprehensive portrait of a fascinating and influential figure in British history, whose ideas and activism continue to resonate today.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.
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