Matthew Arnold by George Saintsbury

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Author Saintsbury, George, 1845-1933
Title Matthew Arnold
Note Reading ease score: 58.1 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read.
Note There is an improved edition of this title, eBook #16745
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Summary "Matthew Arnold" by George Saintsbury is a literary biography written in the early 20th century. The book explores the life and works of Matthew Arnold, a significant poet and literary figure of the 19th century, focusing on his contributions to poetry and criticism. It provides insights into Arnold's upbringing, his literary development, and the influences that shaped his work, while also delving into the critical reception of his poetry. The opening of the book establishes an authoritative tone, detailing the limited public biographical data available on Arnold, primarily drawing from his own letters. Saintsbury reflects on the lack of detailed accounts of Arnold's early literary efforts, sharing glimpses of his life shaped by the legacy of his father, Dr. Thomas Arnold, and his education at Rugby and Oxford. It sets the stage for a deep dive into Arnold's formative years, his evolving literary voice, and the cultural context of his writing, which significantly shaped English literature during his time. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class PR: Language and Literatures: English literature
Subject Arnold, Matthew, 1822-1888
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EBook-No. 16284
Release Date
Most Recently Updated Dec 12, 2020
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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