The Mirror And The Lamp (1918)

The Mirror and the Lamp is a literary criticism book written by William Babington Maxwell and published in 1918. The book explores the relationship between literature and its readers, arguing that literature serves as both a mirror and a lamp. The mirror reflects the world around us, while the lamp illuminates it, allowing readers to gain a deeper understanding of themselves and the world they inhabit. Maxwell discusses the importance of understanding the cultural and historical context in which literature is written, as well as the role of the author in shaping the reader's experience. He also examines the different types of literature, including poetry, drama, and fiction, and how they each serve to reflect and illuminate the human experience. The Mirror and the Lamp is considered a seminal work in literary criticism and has had a significant impact on the field.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.