How To Read English Literature: Dryden To Meredith (1907)

By Laurie Magnus

Book Overview

""How To Read English Literature: Dryden To Meredith"" is a literary guidebook written by George Stuart Laurie Magnus and published in 1907. The book is a comprehensive guide to reading and understanding English literature from the late seventeenth century to the late nineteenth century, focusing on the works of major writers such as John Dryden, Alexander Pope, Samuel Johnson, William Wordsworth, and George Meredith. The book is divided into three parts, each of which covers a different period in English literature. Part one covers the period from Dryden to Pope, part two covers the Romantic period, and part three covers the Victorian period. Magnus provides a detailed analysis of each writer's style, themes, and literary techniques, and offers insights into the historical and cultural context in which they wrote. The book is aimed at students and general readers who are interested in gaining a deeper understanding of English literature. It is written in a clear and accessible style, with numerous examples and illustrations to help readers understand the concepts and ideas presented. Overall, ""How To Read English Literature: Dryden To Meredith"" is an invaluable resource for anyone who wants to appreciate the richness and diversity of English literature.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: 116409128X
• ISBN13: 9781164091288
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 240 Pages
• Weight: 0.72 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.5" x 6.0" x 9.0"