| Author |
Gates, Lewis E. (Lewis Edwards), 1860-1924 |
| LoC No. |
99000497
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| Title |
Three studies in literature
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| Original Publication |
New York: The Macmillan Company, 1899.
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| Note |
"Originally introductory essays in volumes of selections from the prose writings of Jeffrey, Newman, and Arnold. The essay on Jeffrey has been rewritten and expanded."
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| Contents |
Francis Jeffrey -- Newman as a prose-writer -- Matthew Arnold.
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| Credits |
Aaron Adrignola, Tim Lindell, Chuck Greif and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive/American Libraries.)
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| Summary |
"Three Studies in Literature" by Lewis E. Gates is a collection of literary critiques written in the late 19th century. This work evaluates the critical contributions and reputations of three notable literary figures: Francis Jeffrey, John Henry Newman, and Matthew Arnold. It delves into their styles and the lasting impact they have made on literature and criticism, exploring how these writers shaped public opinion and literary discourse. The opening of the book begins with an exploration of Francis Jeffrey's critical prowess, setting the stage for a discussion of his fluctuating reputation in literary circles. It describes how Jeffrey, once a prominent figure revered for his contributions to the "Edinburgh Review", has somewhat faded from scholarly attention. Gates praises Jeffrey's versatility and sharp style while also raising questions about the relative merits of his critiques. Through careful analysis, the text presents Jeffrey's influence on literary criticism and situates it within a broader narrative of the evolving landscape of 19th-century literature. This initial examination hints at the deeper evaluations of Newman and Arnold that will follow, making it clear that this work aims to provide a comprehensive understanding of these critics' roles in shaping literary criticism. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
English |
| LoC Class |
PR: Language and Literatures: English literature
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| Subject |
Jeffrey, Francis Jeffrey, Lord, 1773-1850 -- Criticism and interpretation
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| Subject |
Arnold, Matthew, 1822-1888 -- Criticism and interpretation
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| Subject |
Newman, John Henry, Saint, 1801-1890 -- Technique
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| Subject |
English prose literature -- 19th century -- History and criticism
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
74191 |
| Release Date |
Aug 5, 2024 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
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