The Cambridge History of English Literature

The Nineteenth Century II

von A. W. Ward, A. R. Waller

694 Seiten, Taschenbuch

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"The Cambridge History of English Literature: The Nineteenth Century II" represents an exhaustive and scholarly examination of one of the most prolific eras in British letters. As the thirteenth volume in this landmark series, edited by A.W. Ward and A.R. Waller, it provides a comprehensive survey of the literary landscape during the height of the Victorian era. This volume delves into the evolution of various genres, including poetry, prose, and the emerging philosophical and scientific writings that defined the age. Readers will find detailed analyses of major figures and movements, tracing the transition from Romanticism to the diverse intellectual currents of the mid-to-late nineteenth century. From the profound impact of industrialization on social novels to the intricate developments in lyric poetry, the contributors offer deep insights into the cultural forces that shaped the works of the period's most influential authors. This work remains an essential resource for students and scholars of English literature, offering a definitive look at the writers and thinkers who established the foundations of modern literary tradition. Its rigorous scholarship and broad scope make it a cornerstone of Victorian studies and a vital record of Britain's rich literary heritage.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 may see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work.This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.

• Reihe: Tradd Street Press
• ISBN: 9781025450322
• Sprache: Englisch
• Erscheinungsdatum: 14.02.2026
• Größe: 234 x 156 mm
• Verlag: Tradd Street Press