English Literature Biographical Speech Keats, John (1795-1821) English poet, one of the most gifted and appealing of the 19th century and a seminal figure of the romantic movement. Keats was born in London, October 31, 1795,and was the eldest of four children. His father was a livery-stable owner, however he was killed in a riding accident when Keats was only nine and his mother died six years later of tuberculosis. Keats was educated at the Clarke …showed first 75 words of 866 total…

…showed last 75 words of 866 total…a very simple poem it is very effective in delivering Keats' message. Through the great use of the poetic technique of imagery Keats simply delivers his thoughts on life and the fears he has of death. In conclusion, in my opinion even though this is not one of John Keats' most famous or complex poems it is definetly a poem which outlines Keats' great ability as a poet and his ability to create romantic writings.