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Title: The Village and The Newspaper
Note: Reading ease score: 60.7 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
Credits: Mark Sherwood
Summary: "The Village and The Newspaper" by George Crabbe is a poetic work composed during the early 19th century, specifically in the context of Romantic literature. The book explores the harsh realities of rural life, focusing on the struggles of the impoverished village population, while also critiquing the impact of newspapers on society and literature. It presents a stark portrayal of the difficulties experienced by the poor and the frailties of human nature against the backdrop of societal indifference. The first part, "The Village," delves into the plight of the villagers, showcasing their laborious existence, the despair faced by the elderly and sick, and the communal suffering within a parish workhouse. Crabbe paints a vivid picture of rural life marked by hardship, exploring themes such as the unyielding toll of poverty, the disillusionment with pastoral romanticism, and the indifference of the wealthy. The second part, "The Newspaper," addresses the rising influence of print media, lamenting how newspapers distract from serious literature and influence public opinion, often spreading misinformation and exacerbating societal issues. In both sections, Crabbe offers a critical reflection on the human condition, blending social commentary with poetic expression. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Author: Crabbe, George, 1754-1832
EBook No.: 5203
Published: Mar 1, 2004
Downloads: 120
Language: English
Subject: English poetry
LoCC: Language and Literatures: English literature
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.
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Title: The Village and The Newspaper
Note: Reading ease score: 60.7 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
Credits: Mark Sherwood
Summary: "The Village and The Newspaper" by George Crabbe is a poetic work composed during the early 19th century, specifically in the context of Romantic literature. The book explores the harsh realities of rural life, focusing on the struggles of the impoverished village population, while also critiquing the impact of newspapers on society and literature. It presents a stark portrayal of the difficulties experienced by the poor and the frailties of human nature against the backdrop of societal indifference. The first part, "The Village," delves into the plight of the villagers, showcasing their laborious existence, the despair faced by the elderly and sick, and the communal suffering within a parish workhouse. Crabbe paints a vivid picture of rural life marked by hardship, exploring themes such as the unyielding toll of poverty, the disillusionment with pastoral romanticism, and the indifference of the wealthy. The second part, "The Newspaper," addresses the rising influence of print media, lamenting how newspapers distract from serious literature and influence public opinion, often spreading misinformation and exacerbating societal issues. In both sections, Crabbe offers a critical reflection on the human condition, blending social commentary with poetic expression. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Author: Crabbe, George, 1754-1832
EBook No.: 5203
Published: Mar 1, 2004
Downloads: 120
Language: English
Subject: English poetry
LoCC: Language and Literatures: English literature
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.