Authors of the 19th Century |
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Author:
| Britannica Educational Publishing Staff, |
Editor:
| Augustyn, Adam |
Series title: | The Britannica Guide to Authors Ser. |
ISBN: | 978-1-62275-006-1 |
Publication Date: | Jul 2013 |
Publisher: | Rosen Publishing Group
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Book Format: | Ebook |
List Price: | USD $56.59 |
Book Description:
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From Romanticism to Realism, the 19th century saw a flourishing of literary movements, as well as the arrival of several now-revered luminaries on the literary scene. Authors experimented with new styles that elevated the novel as a significant literary form, while new techniques and themes were also introduced into poetry and drama. These compelling profiles examine the lives of some of the 19th century's greatest writers--Jane Austen, Charles Dickens, and Leo Tolstoy, to name just a...
More DescriptionFrom Romanticism to Realism, the 19th century saw a flourishing of literary movements, as well as the arrival of several now-revered luminaries on the literary scene. Authors experimented with new styles that elevated the novel as a significant literary form, while new techniques and themes were also introduced into poetry and drama. These compelling profiles examine the lives of some of the 19th century's greatest writers--Jane Austen, Charles Dickens, and Leo Tolstoy, to name just a few--and reveal the remarkable stories behind the works they crafted.