| Author |
Raleigh, Walter Alexander, Sir, 1861-1922 |
| Title |
Romance: Two Lectures
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 56.3 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read.
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| Contents |
The origin of romance -- Imitation and forgery.
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| Credits |
Transcribed from the 1916 Princeton University Press edition by David Price
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| Summary |
"Romance: Two Lectures" by Sir Walter Raleigh is a scholarly publication stemming from the early 20th century, specifically delivered in 1915. The book examines the development and significance of the concept of romance in literature, particularly focusing on its historical evolution and impact on English literature. Raleigh, a prominent professor of English Literature at the University of Oxford, articulates the influence of romanticism and the broader implications it has had on literary forms and cultural expressions. In the lectures, Raleigh delves into the intricate relationship between romance and the evolution of literature from the Middle Ages through the Romantic Revival. He discusses the historical roots of romance literature, emphasizing its Christian influences and the transition from classical to medieval traditions. The author also reflects on how fashion and cultural attitudes shape literary movements over time, illustrating the persistent oscillation between romantic and classical ideals. By exploring key literary figures and their contributions, Raleigh provides a nuanced understanding of romance as both a literary category and a cultural force, ultimately suggesting that the essence of romance lies not in rigid definitions but in the creativity and emotions that it inspires across different historical contexts. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
English |
| LoC Class |
PR: Language and Literatures: English literature
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| Subject |
English literature -- 18th century -- History and criticism
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| Subject |
Romanticism -- England
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
19367 |
| Release Date |
Sep 25, 2006 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
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