Books And Culture

By Hamilton Wright Mabie

Book Overview

""Books and Culture"" by Hamilton Wright Mabie is a collection of essays that explore the relationship between literature and society. The author examines the impact of books on culture, as well as the ways in which culture shapes the books that are produced. Mabie argues that literature is not just a form of entertainment, but also a powerful tool for shaping ideas, values, and beliefs. He explores the role of literature in education, politics, and social change, and discusses the importance of reading in developing critical thinking skills. The book also includes essays on specific authors and works, such as Shakespeare, Emerson, and the Bible. Overall, ""Books and Culture"" is a thought-provoking exploration of the complex relationship between literature and society, and a must-read for anyone interested in the power of books to shape our world.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1417971908
• ISBN13: 9781417971909
• Release Date: January 2005
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 280 Pages
• Weight: 0.91 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.6" x 6.0" x 9.0"