Michael Field

Name: Michael Field
Author: Mary Sturgeon

By Mary Sturgeon

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A compact critical study recounts the intertwined lives of two women who wrote jointly under a single pseudonym, outlining their family origins, personal relationship, and the experiences that informed their creativity. The author offers close readings of the lyric poems, highlighting recurring motifs of love, devotion, nature, and classical myth alongside notable stylistic traits. Three substantial chapters analyze the dramatic works, discussing their tragic vision, use of mythic subjects, and theatrical structure. The volume closes with a bibliography and the author’s account of the archival research and correspondence that supported the portrait, aiming to reintroduce the poets’ work to contemporary readers.

About the Author

Mary Sturgeon

Mary Sturgeon was a notable writer and critic, recognized for her contributions to literary scholarship and poetry. She is best known for her work "Michael Field," which explores the lives and influences of the poetical duo of the same name. Sturgeon's critical insights are further exemplified in her collections such as "Studies of Contemporary Poets," where she examines the works of her contemporaries, and "Women of the Classics," which highlights the contributions of women in classical literature. Her writings reflect a deep engagement with both poetry and the broader literary landscape of her time.