Learning Adult Learning The Romantic Movement in Literature Book here Step into the passionate world of Romantic literature in this illuminating talk with Professor Tom Boatswain exploring a movement that reshaped the cultural imagination. In defiance of Enlightenment rationalism and rigid social codes, the Romantics placed emotion, individuality, and imagination at the very centre of human experience. Discover how writers of the period elevated the rebel, the dreamer, and the misunderstood genius, crafting stories that journey across wild landscapes and haunted ruins in search of deeper truth. From melancholy to transcendence, Romanticism transformed feeling into philosophy and imagination into quiet revolution. Join us for an engaging exploration of how this audacious movement challenged its age—and why its celebration of the human heart still resonates today. Please note that this event will be recorded and is being held both in-person and online. About Professor Tim Boatswain | Tim Boatswain is a Professor of Anthropology and History. He has been a visiting lecturer/research fellow at the Barber Institute of Fine Arts, Birmingham; Harvard University, USA; Ashmolean Museum, Oxford: The Queen’s University, Belfast; and The Open University. Image: Adam de Friedel, Portrait of Lord Byron, 1830. Wikimedia Commons, Public domain. How to Book Tickets will be on sale until midday on the day of the event via the button above. Please ensure that you provide a current email address when you book. If you wish to book over the phone you may do so via the Box Office on 01727 890290. Clergy and Readers in St Albans Diocese have complimentary access to our Adult Learning courses, talks, study days, and reading groups. For clergy/Reader bookings, please email [email protected] with your name and role and we will confirm your place. Manage Cookie Preferences
Step into the passionate world of Romantic literature in this illuminating talk with Professor Tom Boatswain exploring a movement that reshaped the cultural imagination. In defiance of Enlightenment rationalism and rigid social codes, the Romantics placed emotion, individuality, and imagination at the very centre of human experience. Discover how writers of the period elevated the rebel, the dreamer, and the misunderstood genius, crafting stories that journey across wild landscapes and haunted ruins in search of deeper truth. From melancholy to transcendence, Romanticism transformed feeling into philosophy and imagination into quiet revolution. Join us for an engaging exploration of how this audacious movement challenged its age—and why its celebration of the human heart still resonates today. Please note that this event will be recorded and is being held both in-person and online. About Professor Tim Boatswain | Tim Boatswain is a Professor of Anthropology and History. He has been a visiting lecturer/research fellow at the Barber Institute of Fine Arts, Birmingham; Harvard University, USA; Ashmolean Museum, Oxford: The Queen’s University, Belfast; and The Open University. Image: Adam de Friedel, Portrait of Lord Byron, 1830. Wikimedia Commons, Public domain. How to Book Tickets will be on sale until midday on the day of the event via the button above. Please ensure that you provide a current email address when you book. If you wish to book over the phone you may do so via the Box Office on 01727 890290. Clergy and Readers in St Albans Diocese have complimentary access to our Adult Learning courses, talks, study days, and reading groups. For clergy/Reader bookings, please email [email protected] with your name and role and we will confirm your place.