Masters of the English Novel: A Study of Principles and Personalities by Burton

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Author Burton, Richard, 1861-1940
Title Masters of the English Novel: A Study of Principles and Personalities
Contents Fiction and the novel -- Eighteenth century beginnings: Richardson -- Eighteenth century beginnings: Fielding -- Developments: Smollett, Sterne and others -- Realism: Jane Austen -- Modern romanticism: Scott -- French influence -- Dickens -- Thackeray -- George Eliot -- Trollope and others -- Hardy and Meredith -- Stevenson -- The American contribution.
Summary "Masters of the English Novel: A Study of Principles and Personalities" by Richard Burton is a scholarly examination of the development of the English novel, likely written in the late 19th century. The book analyzes the works and influences of key novelists from the 18th century to the period surrounding its writing, highlighting the evolution of narrative forms, character development, and societal themes that define English fiction. The opening of the book introduces the author's critical perspective on the nature of fiction and its evolution into the modern novel. Burton discusses how the term "novel" emerged as a distinct literary form centered around realistic representations of contemporary society, diverging from earlier, more fantastical stories. He explains the critical role of early novelists such as Samuel Richardson and Henry Fielding, whose contrasting styles set the foundation for future literature, establishing character analysis and social commentary as significant elements of the narrative. Burton underscores the impact of societal changes on the novel's development, positioning it as a reflective medium of human experience and emphasizing its importance in modern literary education. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class PR: Language and Literatures: English literature
Subject English fiction -- History and criticism
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EBook-No. 12736
Release Date
Most Recently Updated Dec 15, 2020
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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