The Eighteen-Seventies

"The Eighteen-Seventies" is a scholarly and evocative collection of essays curated by the Royal Society of Literature, offering a multi-faceted exploration of a transformative decade in British history. Through a series of lectures and papers, this work examines the literary, social, and cultural currents that defined the 1870s, providing a retrospective analysis of the era's intellectual landscape.The volume features contributions that delve into the poetry, fiction, and drama of the time, as well as the scientific advancements and religious debates that occupied the Victorian mind. By focusing on the figures and movements that emerged during these ten years, the book captures the essence of a period marked by both tradition and the stirrings of modernity. From the development of the novel to the evolution of the stage, "The Eighteen-Seventies" serves as an essential resource for those interested in the Victorian age and its lasting impact on English letters.This collection stands as a testament to the depth of British literary criticism and historical reflection, offering readers a window into the complexities of the late nineteenth century. It is a vital study for historians, literary scholars, and anyone seeking to understand the cultural forces that shaped the modern world.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you may see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work.This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.

Pagina's: 310, Paperback, Tradd Street Press