William Lyon Phelps
William Lyon Phelps was an American author, critic and scholar. He taught the first American university course on the modern novel. He had a radio show, wrote a daily syndicated newspaper column, lectured frequently, and published numerous books and articles.
Essays on Modern Novelists
Step back in time and explore the minds of early 20th-century writers who captured the essence of a changing world.
By William Lyon Phelps
Essays on things
Experience a collection of insightful reflections and cultural observations, where the simple act of witnessing a sunrise transforms into a profound meditation on life's daily wonders and the importance of appreciating them.
By William Lyon Phelps
Essays on Russian Novelists
Explore the profound depths of Russian literature and its iconic authors, whose stories echo with the weight of history, national identity, and the complex human condition.
By William Lyon Phelps
Archibald Marshall, a Realistic Novelist
Discover a novelist whose dedication to honest portrayals of human relationships set him apart from the trend of socially conscious literature.
By William Lyon Phelps
Robert Browning: How to Know Him
Discover the life and loves behind the verses of a complex poet, whose personal experiences shaped his unique voice.
By William Lyon Phelps
The Advance of English Poetry in the Twentieth Century
Witness the transformation of verse as war and societal shifts mold a generation of poets, grappling with tradition while forging a new literary path.
By William Lyon Phelps