Prefaces to Fiction by Boyce, Argens, Derrick, Manley, Scudéry, and Warburton
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"Prefaces to Fiction" by Boyce, Argens, Derrick, Manley, Scudéry, and Warburton is a collection of literary prefaces and introductions that provide insight into early theories of prose fiction. Written during the early to mid-18th century, the book encompasses works from notable figures such as Georges de Scudéry, who initiated discussions on narrative structure, and Mary De la Riviere Manley, who critiqued the conventions of her time. The overarching topic of the book
revolves around the evolving principles of fiction and narrative form, emphasizing the balance between truth and artistic representation. The book presents a series of prefaces that outline the authors’ thoughts on the art of fiction, character development, and moral considerations in storytelling. Scudéry's preface to "Ibrahim" offers a foundation for narrative structure, asserting that every story should revolve around a central action while maintaining true resemblance to life. Manley's reflections critique the excesses of romantic storytelling, advocating for a closer connection to real human experiences. Derrick's preface continues this conversation by exploring characterization and emotional depth, aligning with contemporary notions of realism. Overall, these prefaces serve as a critical exploration of the artistic and moral underpinnings of fiction, marking an important phase in the development of the English novel. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author of introduction, etc. | Boyce, Benjamin, 1903-1997 |
|---|---|
| Contributor | Argens, Jean-Baptiste de Boyer, marquis d', 1704-1771 |
| Contributor | Derrick, Samuel, 1724-1769 |
| Contributor | Manley, Mrs. (Mary de la Rivière), 1663-1724 |
| Contributor | Scudéry, M. de (Georges), 1601-1667 |
| Contributor | Warburton, William, 1698-1779 |
| Title | Prefaces to Fiction |
| Note | Augustan Reprint Society, publication number 32 |
| Contents |
de Scudéry, Preface to Ibrahim (1674) Manley, Preface to The Secret History of Queen Zarah (1705) de Boyer, Marquis d'Argens, Preface to The Jewish Spy (1744) Warburton, Preface to Richardson's Clarissa Vol. III and IV (1748) Derrick, Preface to d'Argens's Memoirs of The Count Du Beauval (1754). |
| Credits |
Produced by David Starner, Richard J. Shiffer and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 53.2 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PR: Language and Literatures: English literature |
| Subject | Fiction -- Technique |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 14525 |
| Release Date | Dec 30, 2004 |
| Last Update | Oct 28, 2024 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 650 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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