British and European romanticisms

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This volume explores the irreducible heterogeneity of European Romanticisms, particularly its British variants, as indicated by the title's double plural. It compiles selected papers from the 11th International Symposium of the German Society for English Romanticism, addressing questions of cross- and countercurrents, non-contemporaneity, unity in diversity, and plurality. The collection combines case studies with theoretical reflections, marking a new phase in the reconceptualization of Romanticism. Contributions include C. Bode's exploration of redefining European Romanticism, F. Burwick's analysis of Coleridge's translation of Goethe's Faust, and D. Wu's examination of Stendhal's influence on British Romantics. Other notable studies include M. Porée's insights into De Quincey, H. Grundmann's discussion of Orientalism in Byron and Hugo, and R. Lessenich's look at Romantic disillusionism. The volume also features M. Irimia on Romanian Romanticism, J. Cox on British Romantic Drama, and N. Halmi's critique of Coleridge's borrowings. Additional topics include memory in Wordsworth's poetry, Romantic ideology, and the construction of Englishness. Each paper contributes to a deeper understanding of the complexities and interconnections within Romanticism.