"Essays in English Literature, 1780-1860" by George Saintsbury is a compilation of critical analyses that journeys through a transformative era in English literature. Penned in the late 1800s, it explores authors and their often-overlooked impact, opening with an explanation of literary critique, and how it impacts the author and reviewer. The work emphasizes a chronological examination and interconnections between writers from an important period, showcasing the need for comparative criticism and studying literary history to form a comprehensive judgment about literary figures.
Essays in English Literature, 1780-1860
By George Saintsbury
Discover critical essays that unveil the hidden literary treasures and the art of judgement during a pivotal time in English letters.
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About the AuthorGeorge Edward Bateman Saintsbury, FBA, was an English critic, literary historian, editor, teacher, and wine connoisseur. He is regarded as a highly influential critic of the late 19th and early 20th century.
George Edward Bateman Saintsbury, FBA, was an English critic, literary historian, editor, teacher, and wine connoisseur. He is regarded as a highly influential critic of the late 19th and early 20th century.
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