KNYGA Hilary Fraser Collected Works of Walter Pater, Volume I

Discover the profound insights of Walter Pater in the Collected Works of Walter Pater, Volume I, expertly edited by Hilary Fraser. Set to be published by Oxford University Press in 2025, this hardback edition spans an impressive 816 pages and marks the beginning of a comprehensive ten-volume series. This first volume features Pater's seminal work, The Renaissance: Studies in Art and Poetry, which stands as the first extensive exploration of the Renaissance by a British author. Each section is enriched with critical and textual introductions, detailed notes, and textual variants, providing readers with a deeper understanding of Pater's influential ideas. Ideal for scholars and enthusiasts alike, this collection is a must-have for anyone interested in the intersections of art, poetry, and historical analysis.