Symons Edits The Savoy Magazine
Poet involved
What happened
In 1896, Arthur Symons served as the editor of The Savoy, a short-lived but influential literary and artistic magazine in London. The magazine featured contributions from prominent figures like Aubrey Beardsley and W.B. Yeats, showcasing the vibrant artistic movements of the time. Symons's editorial role allowed him to shape the literary discourse and promote innovative works in the late 19th century.
Literary impact
This role positioned Symons at the center of the Decadent movement, allowing him to promote Symbolist and avant-garde ideas through editorial choices. It amplified his influence on fin-de-siècle aesthetics, fostering collaborations that enriched his own poetry's urban and sensual themes while shaping broader English literary modernism.
Source: Wikipedia
