The English Novelists

By William Hazlitt

Book Overview

The English Novelists is a literary critique book written by William Hazlitt. The book is a collection of essays that explore the works of some of the most famous English novelists of the 18th and 19th centuries, including Daniel Defoe, Samuel Richardson, Henry Fielding, Laurence Sterne, Jane Austen, and Sir Walter Scott. Hazlitt provides his insights and opinions on the style, themes, and characters of these writers, as well as their contributions to the development of the English novel as a literary form. The book is a valuable resource for literature students, scholars, and enthusiasts who want to gain a deeper understanding of the works of these influential writers. Hazlitt's writing style is engaging and informative, making the book an enjoyable read for anyone interested in the history and evolution of the English novel.THIS 56 PAGE ARTICLE WAS EXTRACTED FROM THE BOOK: Nineteenth Century English Prose, by William Hazlitt. To purchase the entire book, please order ISBN 0766140024.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: 1425370861
• ISBN13: 9781425370862
• Release Date: December 2005
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 56 Pages
• Weight: 0.33 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.1" x 8.3" x 11.0"