The Victorians

The Victorians by Arthur Pollard, published by Penguin Books in 1993, is a revised edition comprising 569 pages in English. This book explores the Victorian age, a period marked by themes of progress and individualism, as described by Tennyson as a significant moment of transition. It includes introductory essays on Victorian thought, faith, and doubt, leading into discussions on the major novelists and poets of the time, as well as contributions from women prose-writers, fantasy and nonsense literature, the Victorian theatre, and the fin de siècle.

Readers will find a comprehensive examination of various aspects of 19th-century life and literature in this volume. The book delves into the complexities of Victorian thought and its cultural implications, offering insights into the literary landscape of the era. With a focus on history and literary criticism, it provides a nuanced understanding of the influences that shaped Great Britain during this transformative period.