Literary Criticism - General

John Churton Collins' 'Voltaire, Montesquieu, and Rousseau in England' offers a fascinating look at the influence of these great French philosophers on British intellectual life and culture. Examining their ideas, arguments, and legacies in depth, Collins provides valuable insight into the intellectual and cultural...

This poignant collection of hymns and poems provides readers with a moving glimpse into the life and beliefs of Horatius Bonar, one of the most important religious figures of the 19th century. From his moving hymns of praise to his soulful poems of mourning,...

This catalog of a collection of Richard Wagner's works is a must-have for any serious scholar or enthusiast. Oesterlein's in-depth analysis of the composer's works provides a comprehensive understanding of Wagner's oeuvre, tracing the development of his music and ideas through his life and...

This book offers new approaches and insights into the ongoing and topical discussions on the concepts and definitions of the global south.Author: Gero BauerISBN-10: 1032727462ISBN-13: 9781032727462Publisher: Routledge Chapman & HallLanguage: EnglishPublished: 03/19/2024Pages: 292Format: PaperbackWeight: 0.96lbsSize: 9.21h x 6.14w x 0.65d

A new history of manhood, race, and hierarchy in American childhood Like Children argues that the child has been the key figure giving measure and meaning to the human in thought and culture since the early American period. Camille Owens demonstrates that white men's...

This collection of essays and speeches from the American Library Association offers a compelling case for the importance of public libraries in American society. Drawing on diverse perspectives from librarians, scholars, and activists, the book covers a wide range of topics, including the role...

Studia e comprendi la Divina Commedia di Dante Alighieri con questa concordanza completa. Oltre ad aiutare con le ricerche, la concordanza di Fay contiene anche molte informazioni utili sulla storia e sulla struttura della Divina Commedia. Questa edizione è un'opera enciclopedica completa ed è...

The Odes, Satyrs, and Epistles of Horace is a collection of poems by the Roman poet Horace. This edition features a translation by Thomas Creech that has been praised for its accuracy and readability.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important,...

In this groundbreaking study, James Clyde offers a comprehensive analysis of Greek syntax, providing a clear and concise explanation of the constructions that make up the language. From the simplest sentences to the most complex structures, Clyde offers a wealth of insight and commentary...

A seminal work of literary criticism that explores the philosophical themes of three great poets: Lucretius, Dante, and Goethe. Santayana's approach is rigorous and erudite, but also accessible and engaging, making this book a must-read for anyone interested in the intersection of literature and...

"Twilight in Italy" is a collection of essays written by D. H. Lawrence written before 1916. The book is a travelog that details Lawrence's experiences and observations during his visit to Italy in 1912. The collection is divided into several chapters, each one focusing...

When I was eight years old, something extraordinary happened to me. I was tackled to the ground in a neighbor's backyard during a football game. When I looked up and squinted in the sunlight, I saw the Creator Son shaped in the form of...

In Creative Writing Scholars on the Publishing Trade: Practice, Praxis, Print, Sam Meekings and Marshall Moore, along with prominent scholar-practitioners, undertake a critical examination of the intersection of creative writing scholarship and the publishing industry. Recent years have seen dramatic shifts within the publishing...

Miss Crespigny by Frances Hodgson Burnett has been regarded as significant work throughout human history, and in order to ensure that this work is never lost, we have taken steps to ensure its preservation by republishing this book in a contemporary format for both...

This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States,...

This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States,...

This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States,...

This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States,...

This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States,...

This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States,...

This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States,...

This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States,...

This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States,...

This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States,...

This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States,...

This book "" Jane Talbot "", has been considered important throughout the human history, and so that this work is never forgotten we have made efforts in its preservation by republishing this book in a modern format for present and future generations. This whole...

The book, "" Clorinda Walks in Heaven "", has been considered important throughout the human history, and so that this work is never forgotten we have made efforts in its preservation by republishing this book in a modern format for present and future generations....

The book "" Bohemians of the Latin Quarter, has been considered important throughout the human history, and so that this work is never forgotten we have made efforts in its preservation by republishing this book in a modern format for present and future generations....

The book "" The Book of Months, has been considered important throughout the human history, and so that this work is never forgotten we have made efforts in its preservation by republishing this book in a modern format for present and future generations. This...

Before Emotion: The Language of Feeling, 400-1800 advances current interdisciplinary research in the history of emotions through in-depth studies of the European language of emotion from late antiquity to the modern period. Focusing specifically on the premodern cognates of 'affect' or 'affection' (such as...

The contentious discourse around world literature tends to stress the 'world' in the phrase. This volume, in contrast, asks what it means to approach world literature by inflecting the question of the literary. Debates for, against, and around 'world literature' have brought renewed attention...

Even when available elsewhere, information on these 50 English-language authors is sparse; the in-depth treatment here includes biography, description of major works and themes, summary of critical reception, and an exhaustive bibliography of works by and about each author. Both academic and public libraries...

This volume collects interviews with Ramsey Campbell, Dennis Etchison, Charles L. Grant, Tanith Lee, Thomas Ligotti, Brian Lumley, William F. Nolan, Manly Wade Wellman, Chet Williamson, and F. Paul Wilson. Conducted by acclaimed author and editor Darrell Schweitzer.Author: Darrell Schweitzer, Ramsey CampbellISBN-10: 1880448815ISBN-13: 9781880448816Publisher:...

Gwen Ffrangcon-Davies is a paradox; a famous actress whose career spanned most of the twentieth century she is now largely forgotten. Drawing on material held in Ffrangcon-Davies's personal archive, Grime argues that the representation of the actress, on and off the stage, can be...

Suspense, fear and the supernatural provide the center for this tale by the master prose writer.Author: Edgar Allan PoeISBN-10: 1717068200ISBN-13: 9781717068200Publisher: Createspace Independent Publishing PlatformLanguage: EnglishPublished: 04/17/2018Pages: 50Format: PaperbackWeight: 0.13lbsSize: 8.00h x 5.00w x 0.10d

Lovecraft scholar S. T. Joshi's definitive annotated bibliography to works by and about H.P. Lovecraft.Author: S. T. JoshiISBN-10: 1592240127ISBN-13: 9781592240128Publisher: Borgo PressLanguage: EnglishPublished: 07/01/2002Pages: 508Format: HardcoverWeight: 2.01lbsSize: 9.00h x 6.00w x 1.25d

G.K. Chesterton was born on May 29, 1874 in London. He was known for writing academic commentary, poetry and short stories. His interest in theology and conversion to Catholicism led him to write religious fiction. In 1908, he wrote the novel The Man Who...

"The French Revolution" from Thomas Carlyle. Scottish philosopher, satirical writer, essayist, historian and teacher during the Victorian era (1795-1881).Author: Thomas CarlyleISBN-10: 1515046745ISBN-13: 9781515046745Publisher: Createspace Independent Publishing PlatformLanguage: EnglishPublished: 07/13/2015Pages: 686Format: PaperbackWeight: 2.66lbsSize: 9.69h x 7.44w x 1.37d

"Lectures on the English Poets" from William Hazlitt. English writer, remembered for his humanistic essays and literary criticism (1778-1830).Author: William HazlittISBN-10: 1515032574ISBN-13: 9781515032571Publisher: Createspace Independent Publishing PlatformLanguage: EnglishPublished: 07/11/2015Pages: 204Format: PaperbackWeight: 0.82lbsSize: 9.69h x 7.44w x 0.43d

The Domesday Book is a historical non-fiction book written by Edgar Lee Masters. It is a comprehensive account of the famous Domesday Survey, which was conducted by William the Conqueror in 1086 to assess the wealth and resources of England. The book provides a...

Religion in Science Fiction investigates the history of the representations of religion in science fiction literature. Space travel, futuristic societies, and non-human cultures are traditional themes in science fiction. Speculating on the societal impacts of as-yet-undiscovered technologies is, after all, one of the distinguishing...

The Sacred Dramas of George Buchanan is a collection of plays written by the Scottish poet and scholar, George Buchanan. The book includes six plays, each of which is based on a biblical story or character. The plays are written in Latin, with English...

This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the original. Due to its age, it may contain imperfections such as marks, notations, marginalia and flawed pages. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our...

""The Best Plays of 1919 to 1920 and the Year Book of the Drama in America"" is a comprehensive collection of the most notable plays produced in the United States during the 1919-1920 theatrical season. Edited by theatre critic and historian Burns Mantle, the...

While Kierkegaard is primarily known as a philosopher or religious thinker, his writings have also been used extensively by literary writers, critics and artists. This use can be traced in the work of major cultural figures not just in Denmark and Scandinavia but also...

Exploring writing as a practice, Boulter draws from the work of writers and theorists to show how cultural and literary debates can help writers enhance their own fiction. Negotiating the creative-critical crossover, this is an approachable book that helps students develop practical writing skills...

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This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you...

This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you...

Bronchoscopy And Esophagoscopy: A Manual Of Peroral Endoscopy And Laryngeal Surgery is a comprehensive guide to the techniques and procedures involved in the endoscopic examination of the bronchi, esophagus, and larynx. Written by Jackson and Chevalier, two leading experts in the field of endoscopy,...