George Meredith Novelist, Poet, Reformer

By M. Sturge Henderson

Book Overview

George Meredith Novelist, Poet, Reformer is a biographical work written by M. Sturge Henderson that delves into the life and works of the English author George Meredith. The book provides a detailed account of Meredith's literary career as a novelist and poet, as well as his role as a social reformer during the Victorian era. Henderson explores Meredith's personal life, including his relationships with his family and friends, and his struggles with mental health. The book also examines Meredith's literary influences, including his admiration for Shakespeare and his association with the Pre-Raphaelite Brotherhood. Henderson's work offers a comprehensive analysis of Meredith's contributions to English literature and his impact on the cultural and political landscape of his time.1907. A biography of one of the great English writers. Contents: Outline of Life and Literary Career; The Shaving of Shagpat, and Farina; The Ordeal of Richard Feverel; Evan Harrington and the Empty Purse; Modern Love; Sandra Belloni and Vittoria; Rhoda Fleming; Meredith as Reviewer and Critic; The Adventures of Harry Richmond; Beauchamp's Career and Meredith's Political Views; An Essay on Comedy, the Sage Enamored, and the Egoist; The Tragic Comedians; The Poems-The Joy of Earth; The Poems-Nature; The Poems-Man; The Poems-Meredith as Artist and Craftsman; Diana of the Crossways; One of our Conquerors and Lord Ormont and his Aminta; The Amazing Marriage; The Short Stories; and Minor Characteristics and Conclusion.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: 1162642823
• ISBN13: 9781162642826
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 332 Pages
• Weight: 0.98 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.7" x 6.0" x 9.0"