Shelburne Essays, Third Series by Paul Elmer More

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Author More, Paul Elmer, 1864-1937
Title Shelburne Essays, Third Series
Note Reading ease score: 58.8 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read.
Contents The correspondence of William Cowper -- Whittier the poet -- The centenary of Sainte-Beuve -- The Scotch novels and Scotch history -- Swinburne -- Christina Rossetti -- Why is Browning popular? -- A note on Byron's "Don Juan" -- Laurence Sterne -- J. Henry Shorthouse -- The quest of a century.
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Summary "Shelburne Essays, Third Series" by Paul Elmer More is a collection of literary essays written in the early 20th century. The essays delve into various aspects of literature, particularly focusing on notable poets and authors, such as William Cowper and John Greenleaf Whittier, exploring their themes, styles, and impacts on literature. More's work engages with the intricacies of literary criticism while reflecting on the human experiences that inspire such writing. The opening of this collection starts with a discussion of William Cowper's letters and their significance, particularly emphasizing the desire for a new edition that intertwines his correspondence with his poetry. More examines Cowper's life, highlighting his struggles with mental health and his profound connection to his rural surroundings, which greatly influenced his writing. The detailed narrative not only outlines Cowper's background and literary contributions but also critiques the prevailing literary tastes of his time, setting a reflective tone for the essays that follow. Overall, the beginning establishes an introspective analysis that will characterize the series, revealing how personal experiences shape the fabric of literary expression. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class PR: Language and Literatures: English literature
Subject American literature -- History and criticism
Subject English literature -- History and criticism
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