The Victorian Age: The Rede Lecture for 1922 by William Ralph Inge

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Author Inge, William Ralph, 1860-1954
LoC No. 22016890
Title The Victorian Age: The Rede Lecture for 1922
Note Reading ease score: 56.6 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read.
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Summary "The Victorian Age: The Rede Lecture for 1922" by William Ralph Inge is a historical account, reflecting on the social, political, and cultural changes during the Victorian Era, written in the early 20th century. Inge presents a comprehensive examination of a period marked by rapid transformation due to the Industrial Revolution, the effects of the French Revolution, and the complex dynamics of social classes. The book aims to analyze the implications of these changes on English society, institutions, and the intellectual currents of the time. In this lecture, Inge delves into various themes such as the inequalities between the rich and the poor, the rise of new social orders, and the influence of important literary figures like Tennyson and Carlyle. He presents a nuanced view of the Victorian Age, highlighting both its achievements and its contradictions. Inge discusses the optimism that characterized the period alongside the emerging criticism of industrialism, social injustices, and political structures. The work encourages readers to reflect on the dualities of progress marked by both comfort and discontent, ultimately portraying the Victorian Age as a pivotal period that laid the groundwork for modern society while also sowing the seeds of future conflicts and challenges. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class DA: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: Great Britain, Ireland, Central Europe
LoC Class PR: Language and Literatures: English literature
Subject English literature -- 19th century -- History and criticism
Subject Great Britain -- History -- Victoria, 1837-1901
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EBook-No. 36072
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Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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