Literature in Letters or Manners, Art, Criticism, Biography, History and Morals

By James Philemon Holcombe

Book Overview

Literature in Letters or Manners, Art, Criticism, Biography, History and Morals is a book by James P. Holcombe that explores various aspects of literature and its impact on society. The book covers a wide range of topics including manners, art, criticism, biography, history, and morals, all of which are connected to the world of literature. The book is divided into several sections, each of which focuses on a different aspect of literature. The first section discusses the importance of manners in literature and how they can be used to convey social norms and values. The second section explores the role of art in literature and how it can be used to create vivid and memorable images in the minds of readers. The third section delves into the world of literary criticism, providing insights into the various approaches and methods used by critics to analyze and evaluate literary works. The fourth section focuses on biography, examining how the lives of authors can influence their writing and the impact of their work on society. The fifth section explores the historical context of literature, discussing how literary works can provide insights into the social and cultural values of different periods in history. Finally, the sixth section examines the moral dimension of literature, exploring the ethical and philosophical questions raised by literary works.Overall, Literature in Letters or Manners, Art, Criticism, Biography, History and Morals provides a comprehensive and insightful exploration of the many ways in which literature can shape our understanding of the world around us. It is a must-read for anyone interested in literature, culture, and society.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: 1417962089
• ISBN13: 9781417962082
• Release Date: May 2005
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 540 Pages
• Weight: 1.73 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.2" x 6.0" x 9.0"