Points of View

'Points of View' is a thought-provoking collection of essays by the influential American literary critic Stuart Pratt Sherman. This volume offers a series of insightful reflections on literature, culture, and the moral responsibilities of the artist and critic in the early 20th century. Sherman explores a wide range of topics, from the evaluation of contemporary American writers to broader discussions on humanism and social ethics.Through these essays, the author challenges the prevailing trends of his time, advocating for a literary standard that balances aesthetic merit with social and moral integrity. The collection includes notable critiques and observations that capture the intellectual ferment of the 1920s, providing readers with a window into the evolving landscape of American letters. Sherman’s prose is characterized by its clarity, vigor, and deep engagement with the tradition of humanistic inquiry. 'Points of View' stands as a significant contribution to American literary criticism, reflecting the tensions between tradition and modernity during a pivotal era in cultural history. It remains a valuable resource for those interested in the history of ideas, the role of literature in society, and the development of American intellectual life.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.