Studies: New And Old (1888)

By William Leonard Courtney

Book Overview

Studies: New and Old is a collection of essays and articles written by William Leonard Courtney, a prominent literary critic and journalist in the late 19th century. The book was originally published in 1888 and contains a diverse range of subjects, including literature, art, history, and politics.The essays in the book cover a wide range of topics, from Shakespeare and Milton to contemporary writers like Robert Browning and Oscar Wilde. Courtney's writing is characterized by his erudition and his ability to analyze complex ideas and themes in a clear and concise manner.In addition to literary criticism, Studies: New and Old also includes essays on art and aesthetics, including discussions of the Pre-Raphaelite movement and the work of John Ruskin. Courtney was also deeply interested in politics and social issues, and the book contains several essays on topics such as socialism and the role of women in society.Overall, Studies: New and Old is a fascinating glimpse into the intellectual and cultural world of late 19th-century England, as seen through the eyes of one of its most perceptive and insightful critics.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.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1164908650
• ISBN13: 9781164908654
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 306 Pages
• Weight: 0.91 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.6" x 6.0" x 9.0"