The Victorian Age in Literature by G. K. Chesterton

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Author Chesterton, G. K. (Gilbert Keith), 1874-1936
Title The Victorian Age in Literature
Series Title Home University Library of Modern Knowledge, No. 61
Note Reading ease score: 64.1 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
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Summary "The Victorian Age in Literature" by G. K. Chesterton is a critical study of Victorian literature written in the early 20th century. The book explores the interplay of various literary movements during the Victorian era, analyzing how this literature reflects the complexities of moral and social issues of its time. Chesterton's work delves into notable authors and literary figures, examining their contributions and the philosophies that influenced their writing. This reflective analysis aims to portray the essence and significance of Victorian literature as a whole. The opening of the book introduces Chesterton's intent to approach Victorian literature not just through a traditional chronological examination but through thematic exploration, emphasizing the moral threads connecting various writers and their works. He contemplates societal influences and the turbulent political landscape that shaped literary expression, suggesting that literature emerged as a platform for rebellion against the prevailing utilitarian ethos of the period. Chesterton begins with a reflection on the legacy of earlier writers while positioning the Victorian era as one marked by a unique tension between individual expression and societal norms, setting the stage for a more detailed discussion of prominent figures like Dickens and Carlyle in the chapters to come. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class PR: Language and Literatures: English literature
Subject English literature -- 19th century -- History and criticism
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