PoetaPercy Bysshe Shelley
ÉpocaRomantic
Percy Bysshe Shelley (1792–1822) was a major English Romantic poet known for his radical views and lyrical poetry. His works, including 'Ozymandias,' gained recognition posthumously, influencing later poets. Shelley's poetry often explores themes of power, nature, and the human condition.
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Cuándo1818
Por quéShelley's 'Ozymandias' reflects on the impermanence of power and the inevitable decline of rulers. It was inspired by the discovery of a statue of Ramses II, known as Ozymandias in Greek, and serves as a critique of hubris and the fleeting nature of human achievements.
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