The English Novel (1913)

By George Saintsbury

Book Overview

The English Novel (1913) is a literary work authored by George Saintsbury that provides a comprehensive overview of the English novel. The book explores the history of the English novel from its origins to the early 20th century, examining its development, characteristics, and major figures. Saintsbury analyzes the works of notable authors such as Jane Austen, Charles Dickens, George Eliot, and Thomas Hardy, as well as lesser-known writers. The book discusses the different genres of the English novel, including the Gothic novel, the historical novel, and the social novel. It also delves into the themes and motifs that are common in English novels, such as love, adventure, and social commentary. The English Novel is a valuable resource for scholars, students, and enthusiasts of English literature, offering a detailed and insightful examination of one of the most important literary forms in the English language.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: 116403121X
• ISBN13: 9781164031215
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 330 Pages
• Weight: 0.97 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.7" x 6.0" x 9.0"