The Salon And English Letters

The Salon And English Letters

Chauncey Brewster Tinker

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Kessinger Publishing
Año de edición:
2008
Materia
Antologías (no poéticas)
ISBN:
9781437113181
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The Salon And English Letters: Chapters On The Interrelations Of Literature And Society In The Age Of Johnson (1915) is a book written by Chauncey Brewster Tinker. This book explores the relationship between literature and society during the Age of Johnson, a period in English history spanning the mid-18th century. Tinker examines the role of salons, which were gatherings of intellectuals and artists, in shaping literary culture during this time. He also analyzes the works of prominent literary figures of the era, such as Samuel Johnson, Edmund Burke, and David Garrick. The book provides a comprehensive overview of the social and cultural context in which these writers lived and worked, shedding light on the ways in which their writing was influenced by the society in which they lived. Overall, The Salon And English Letters is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of English literature and its relationship to broader social and cultural trends.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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