The English Novel and the Principle of its Development by Sidney Lanier

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Author Lanier, Sidney, 1842-1881
LoC No. 11022978
Title The English Novel and the Principle of its Development
Note Reading ease score: 56.2 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read.
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Summary "The English Novel and the Principle of its Development" by Sidney Lanier is a critical work written in the late 19th century. The book is based on a series of public lectures that explore the significance of the novel as a literary form, discussing its evolution and its relationship to modern society. Lanier delves into broader ideas regarding literary forms and aims to elucidate how the novel has become a dominant means of expression in contemporary culture. The opening of the text sets the stage by outlining Lanier's intentions to analyze the novel not just analytically but rather synthetically, from the perspective of literary art. He contrasts this approach with his earlier work on poetry and emphasizes the importance of understanding the novel's role in modern life. He argues that the novel, much like other forms of prose, is a product of its time, shaped by the increasing complexity of human personality and social interactions. Lanier highlights the transformative power of the novel, which serves both virtuous and vice-ridden narratives, illustrating its profound impact on readers and society as a whole. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class PR: Language and Literatures: English literature
Subject English fiction -- History and criticism
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Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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