The English Novel

The English Novel

George Saintsbury

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Alpha Editions
Año de edición:
2021
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Ficción moderna y contemporánea
ISBN:
9789354841545
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A hook: A clear, inspiring doorway into the making of modern narrative. The English Novel by George Saintsbury is that doorway, inviting readers to walk through 19th-century England and discover how a field of writing became a mature, study-worthy art.This book offers a concise yet rich history, a literary criticism and historical survey woven into an essay collection that traces the evolution of the English novel. Saintsbury’s thoughtful analyses illuminate nineteenth century fiction themes and the development of narrative technique, presenting a framework that remains relevant to readers and scholars alike. It speaks to the curious reader who wants context for classic works and to the academic studyer seeking a well-ordered critical tradition.A work of considerable literary and historical significance, this volume anchors the history of the novel in Victorian England and beyond, revealing how form, character, and social change interacted to shape enduring storytelling. The prose remains accessible without sacrificing depth, making it a useful companion for casual readers and a trusted reference for collectors of classic literature.Selling points: Out of print for decades and now republished by Alpha Editions. Restored for today’s and future generations. More than a reprint - a collector’s item and a cultural treasure. This edition honours Saintsbury’s legacy while inviting new readers to engage with the field’s foundational ideas in literary criticism, historical survey, and critical studies anthologising the English novel.

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