The English Novel And The Principle Of Its Development

By Sidney Lanier

Book Overview

The English Novel And The Principle Of Its Development by Sidney Lanier is a comprehensive study of the evolution of the English novel. Lanier explores the various stages of development the novel underwent, from its origins in the 18th century to the Victorian era. He analyzes the works of major writers such as Samuel Richardson, Henry Fielding, Jane Austen, Charles Dickens, and George Eliot, among others, to demonstrate the ways in which they contributed to the development of the novel as a literary form. Lanier also examines the social, cultural, and historical context in which the novel emerged and evolved, and how it reflected the changing values and beliefs of English society. He discusses the impact of the Industrial Revolution, the rise of the middle class, and the changing role of women in society on the development of the novel. The book is a valuable resource for students of English literature, as well as for anyone interested in the history and evolution of the novel as a literary form. Lanier's insightful analysis and engaging writing style make this book an enjoyable and informative read.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: 1430487895
• ISBN13: 9781430487890
• Release Date: January 2007
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 300 Pages
• Weight: 0.97 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.7" x 6.0" x 9.0"