Literature In New South Wales (1866)

Literature In New South Wales (1866)

George Burnett Barton

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Kessinger Publishing
Año de edición:
2009
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Antologías (no poéticas)
ISBN:
9781104143312
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Literature In New South Wales (1866) is a historical book written by George Burnett Barton, an Australian literary critic and journalist. The book provides a comprehensive overview of the literary scene in New South Wales during the mid-19th century. It covers a range of topics, including the early history of Australian literature, the development of literary societies and publications, and the emergence of notable writers and poets.Barton’s work is divided into several chapters, each of which focuses on a specific aspect of the literary culture of New South Wales. He begins by discussing the early colonial period and the challenges faced by writers in a new and unfamiliar environment. He then moves on to examine the role of literary societies in promoting the arts, as well as the various publications that emerged during this time.The book also includes detailed profiles of several prominent writers and poets, including Henry Kendall, Charles Harpur, and Mary Fortune. Barton provides insight into their lives and works, and explores the themes and styles that characterised their writing.Overall, Literature In New South Wales (1866) is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of Australian literature. It provides a fascinating glimpse into a vibrant and dynamic literary culture that played a significant role in shaping the country’s cultural identity.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world’s literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

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