Edmund Gosse
Sir Edmund William Gosse was an English poet, author and critic. He was strictly brought up in a small Protestant sect, the Plymouth Brethren, but broke away sharply from that faith. His account of his childhood in the book Father and Son has been described as the first psychological biography.
Father and Son: A Study of Two Temperaments
Growing up in a home divided by faith and science, a son must find his own way despite the strong beliefs of his parents.
By Edmund Gosse
Aspects and Impressions
Discover insightful reflections on literary giants and cultural nuances from a bygone era.
By Edmund Gosse
Henrik Ibsen
** Witness the journey of a young dreamer who overcame hardship to become a celebrated storyteller, forever changing the landscape of literature.
By Edmund Gosse
Three French Moralists and The Gallantry of France
Discover how classic writing influenced French bravery and ideals during the early 20th-century wars.
By Edmund Gosse
Raleigh
Witness the making of an Elizabethan icon as a young man transforms into a celebrated explorer and courtier, navigating a world of ambition and intrigue.
By Edmund Gosse
Gossip in a Library
Embark on a journey through the intimate world of book collecting, where personal libraries become treasure troves of history, emotion, and literary delights.
By Edmund Gosse
The Future of English Poetry
A look into the next century of verse, predicting deeper personal themes and complex styles as poets push boundaries while wrestling with societal norms.
By Edmund Gosse
Hypolympia; Or, The Gods in the Island, an Ironic Fantasy
Stripped of their godhood, legendary figures now face the ultimate test.
By Edmund Gosse
Some Diversions of a Man of Letters
** Explore the ever-changing world of literature as past authors and their works rise and fall in popularity through shifting cultural perspectives.
By Edmund Gosse
Questions at Issue
Explore a world where literary norms are challenged and the pen becomes a mirror reflecting society's changing face.
By Edmund Gosse