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Avowals

Avowals

Moore, George

Hardcover

Letters & EssaysLiterary Criticism

ISBN10: 1025289757
ISBN13: 9781025289755
Publisher: Tradd Street Press
Published: Feb 14 2026
Pages: 314
Weight: 1.36
Height: 0.75 Width: 6.14 Depth: 9.21
Language: English
Avowals is a profound and idiosyncratic collection of literary essays and dialogues by the renowned Irish author George Moore. In this work, Moore engages in a series of spirited intellectual exchanges-some real, some imagined-discussing the evolution of the English novel, the nuances of French literature, and the fundamental nature of the creative spirit. Through his conversations with figures such as Edmund Gosse, Moore offers a candid assessment of the masters of prose, critiquing established reputations and championing the aesthetic principles that guided his own distinguished career.

Rich with wit and deep erudition, the book serves as a manifesto of Moore's literary philosophy. He explores the limitations of Victorian storytelling and contrasts them with the artistic freedom found in the continental tradition. Avowals is not merely a work of criticism; it is a meditation on the craft of writing and the enduring power of the written word. This collection remains an essential resource for those interested in the transition from late nineteenth-century realism to modernism, providing a unique window into the mind of one of the era's most influential literary figures.

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