Miscellaneous Prose by George Meredith
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"Miscellaneous Prose" by George Meredith is a collection of essays and literary critiques written during the late 19th century. The text reflects Meredith's keen observations and insightful analysis of various literary figures and social issues of his time, encapsulating themes of satire, morality, and the human experience, with a particular focus on prominent writers like W. M. Thackeray. The opening of the collection introduces readers to Meredith's introduction to Thackeray’s work, shedding
light on Thackeray's character and literary style. Meredith praises Thackeray's impressionable nature, humor, and critical approach, suggesting that his satirical works are informed by a deep moral engagement with society. The discussion transitions to broader political and social contexts, including references to the political climate of the time and Meredith's own reflections on the evolving dynamics of British society. This set of essays promises both literary criticism and historical introspection, framing a multifaceted exploration of culture in Meredith's era. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Meredith, George, 1828-1909 |
|---|---|
| Title | Miscellaneous Prose |
| Contents | Introduction to W.M. Thackeray's "The Four Georges" -- A pause in the strife -- Concession to the Celt -- Leslie Stephen -- Letters written to the 'Morning Post' from the seat of war in Italy. |
| Credits | This etext was produced by David Widger |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 57.8 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PR: Language and Literatures: English literature |
| Subject | Essays |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 4498 |
| ISBN (HTML) | 979-8-238-04498-9 |
| Release Date | Sep 1, 2003 |
| Last Update | Jun 13, 2024 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 373 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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