Percy Bysshe Shelley

Percy Shelley (1792-1822) was an English Romantic poet renowned for his revolutionary ideas, lyricism, and philosophical depth. He was born on August 4, 1792, in Horsham, Sussex, England, into a wealthy and aristocratic family. Shelley’s radical ideas about politics, religion, and social reform often put him at odds with the conservative norms of the time. Shelley attended Eton College and later Oxford University, where he gained notoriety for his rebellious nature. At Oxford, he published a pamphlet titled The Necessity of Atheism, which led to his expulsion in 1811. His atheistic and nonconformist views would remain central to his work throughout his life. More...