The Dickens Industry: Critical Perspectives 1836-2005

by Laurence W. Mazzeno

Book Overview

The story of the surprisingly fluctuating critical reputation of one of the great writers of the English language.

Undoubtedly the best-selling author of his day and well loved by readers in succeeding generations, Charles Dickens was not always a favorite among critics. Celebrated for his novels advocating social reform, for half a century after his death he was ridiculed by those academics who condescended to write about him. Only the faithful...

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1571135154
• ISBN13: 9781571135155
• Release Date: July 2011
• Publisher: Camden House (NY)
• Length: 325 Pages
• Weight: 1.05 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.7" x 6.0" x 9.0"