Literary Taste: How to Form It by Arnold Bennett
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| Author | Bennett, Arnold, 1867-1931 |
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| Title |
Literary Taste: How to Form It With Detailed Instructions for Collecting a Complete Library of English Literature |
| Note | Reading ease score: 60.1 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read. |
| Note |
This eBook is taken from a 1914 re-printing of a 1909 edition. See also: #13852 taken from a 1913 edition. |
| Credits | Peter Hayes |
| Summary | "Literary Taste: How to Form It" by Arnold Bennett is a guidebook on literature appreciation written in the early 20th century. The text aims to demystify the process of developing literary taste, arguing that literature is not merely an elegant accessory to life but an essential part of living fully. By emphasizing the transformative power of literature, Bennett addresses the misconceptions many readers hold about literary engagement, encouraging an earnest approach to understanding and appreciating classic works. The opening of the book lays out the aim of forming a literary taste, challenging the idea that literature is merely a status symbol or distraction. Bennett criticizes the societal tendency to treat literary appreciation as a superficial accomplishment, asserting instead that engaging with literature deeply enriches one's experience of the world. He highlights the importance of approaching classics not just for their recognized significance but with a genuine curiosity and earnest desire to connect with the beauty and complexity of human experience they embody. This early section sets a thoughtful and reflective tone, urging readers to engage authentically with literature for personal and intellectual enrichment. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PN: Language and Literatures: Literature: General, Criticism, Collections |
| Subject | English literature -- Bibliography |
| Subject | Books and reading -- Great Britain |
| Subject | Book collecting -- Great Britain |
| Subject | Best books -- Great Britain |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 3640 |
| Release Date | Jan 1, 2003 |
| Most Recently Updated | Oct 19, 2024 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 180 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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