From Dickens to Hardy
From Dickens to Hardy by Boris Ford is a comprehensive exploration of English literature during the Victorian era, published by Penguin Books in 1982. This edition spans 527 pages and is presented in English. The book delves into the social and political landscape of the time, highlighting key literary figures such as Charles Dickens, Thackeray, Trollope, Tennyson, and the Bronte sisters, among others.
Readers will find a detailed examination of the interplay between language and literature in the Victorian period, alongside discussions of notable poets like Robert Browning and Gerard Manley Hopkins. The text also addresses the architectural aspects of the era, providing a multifaceted view of Victorian culture. This collection serves as a valuable resource for those interested in the literary developments and societal influences that shaped this significant period in English literature.
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The Victorian social and political scene – Literary scene -Charles Dickens – Thackeray and Trollope – Tennyson – Robert Browning – Bronte sisters – George Eliot – Language and literature in the Victorian period – Matthew Arnold – Gerard Manley Hopkins – Hardy’s tales – Aspects of Victorian architecture.
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