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English Literature During the Last Half Century

English Literature During the Last Half Century

Hardcover

Literary Criticism

ISBN10: 1025631625
ISBN13: 9781025631622
Publisher: Tradd Street Press
Published: Feb 14 2026
Pages: 372
Weight: 1.53
Height: 0.88 Width: 6.14 Depth: 9.21
Language: English
English Literature During the Last Half Century offers a comprehensive survey of the transformative period in British letters spanning the late 19th and early 20th centuries. This critical work examines the evolution of prose, poetry, and drama during a time of significant cultural and social shifts. The text provides in-depth analyses of major figures such as George Meredith, Thomas Hardy, Samuel Butler, Robert Louis Stevenson, and George Gissing, while also exploring the rising influence of the New Poets and the development of the modern novel.

The author expertly traces the transition from the late Victorian era through the Edwardian period, highlighting the intellectual currents and artistic innovations that reshaped the literary landscape. By contextualizing the works of individual authors within the broader movements of their time, the book serves as an essential guide for understanding the foundations of modern English literature. This scholarly yet accessible overview remains a valuable resource for students of literary history and readers interested in the development of the British canon during an era of profound change.

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