The Prose And Prose Writers Of Britain: From Chaucer To Ruskin

By Robert Demaus

Book Overview

The Prose And Prose Writers Of Britain: From Chaucer To Ruskin is a comprehensive book written by Robert Demaus that explores the evolution of prose writing in Britain from the Middle Ages to the Victorian era. The book covers the works of prominent writers such as Geoffrey Chaucer, William Shakespeare, John Milton, Samuel Johnson, Jane Austen, Charles Dickens, and John Ruskin, among others. The book is divided into different periods, each with its unique literary style and characteristics. Demaus provides a detailed analysis of the major literary movements that shaped British prose, including the Renaissance, Enlightenment, Romanticism, and Victorianism. The book also explores the social and cultural contexts in which these writers lived and worked, providing readers with a deeper understanding of the historical and cultural influences that shaped their writing. Demaus discusses the themes and motifs that are common in British prose, such as love, religion, politics, morality, and social commentary. The Prose And Prose Writers Of Britain: From Chaucer To Ruskin is an excellent resource for anyone interested in British literature and the development of prose writing in the country. It is written in an accessible and engaging style, making it suitable for both academic and general readers.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: 1163639044
• ISBN13: 9781163639047
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 572 Pages
• Weight: 1.66 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.2" x 6.0" x 9.0"