The Victorian Age Of English Literature V1 (1892)

""The Victorian Age of English Literature"" is a comprehensive book written by Margaret Oliphant in 1892. The book is a detailed account of the literary period in England during the reign of Queen Victoria, from 1837 to 1901. It covers various aspects of the era, including the social, political, and cultural changes that influenced the literature of the time.The book is divided into several chapters, each focusing on a particular aspect of the Victorian era. The first chapter provides an overview of the period and its significance in the history of English literature. The subsequent chapters delve into the works of prominent Victorian writers such as Charles Dickens, George Eliot, Robert Browning, and Alfred Lord Tennyson.The author also examines the literary movements of the time, including the Pre-Raphaelite movement, the aesthetic movement, and the rise of realism. She discusses the impact of these movements on the literature of the period and the wider cultural context in which they emerged.Throughout the book, Oliphant provides insightful analysis and commentary on the works of the Victorian writers, their themes, and their significance in the literary canon. She also explores the social and historical context in which these works were produced, providing a rich and nuanced understanding of the Victorian era.Overall, ""The Victorian Age of English Literature"" is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the literature and culture of the Victorian period. It provides a comprehensive overview of the era and its literary works, and offers a compelling analysis of the social, political, and cultural forces that shaped them.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.