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  • The World of Herbert George Wells

    First of all it implies a certain disposition and certain habits of mind, habits of mind which are all to be found in the first phase of his work, in those marvellous tales of Time and Space that won him his original sensational fame. It is this disposition behind them, this quality they have as of an inevitable attitude toward life and the world, which distinguishes them at once from those other ... Leer más

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  • The Collected Works of Romain Rolland. Illustrated

    Jean-Christophe, Colas Breugnon, Pierre and Luce and others

    Romain Rolland was a French dramatist, novelist, essayist, art historian and mystic who was awarded the Nobel Prize for Literature in 1915 "as a tribute to the lofty idealism of his literary production and to the sympathy and love of truth with which he has described different types of human beings".He was a leading supporter of Josef Stalin in France and is also noted for his correspondence with ... Leer más

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  • The Ordeal of Mark Twain

    Mark Twain was one of the greatest writers in American history. Many consider Twain to be the father of American literature as his timeless novels The Adventures of Tom Sawyer, and The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn are still among the most widely read books today. Twain's writing is well known for both its humor and its social criticism.This is an excellent book written by the American biographer ... Leer más

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  • The World of H.G. Wells

    Introduction to H.G. Wells: Van Wyck Brooks provides an overview of H.G. Wells' life, highlighting his upbringing, education, and the formative experiences that influenced his writing. Wells, born in 1866, emerged as a significant literary figure in the late 19th and early 20th centuries, known for his innovative contributions to science fiction.Early Works and Themes: The book examines Wells' ... Leer más

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  • The Ordeal of Mark Twain

    Brooks argues that Twain’s growth as a writer was stunted by the cultural and economic environment of late 19th-century America, which prioritized material success and conventional values over artistic freedom. He contends that Twain’s talent was compromised by the pressures to conform to popular tastes and maintain financial stability. Brooks highlights Twain’s early brilliance, exemplified in ... Leer más

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  • The Ordeal of Mark Twain

    To those who are interested in American life and letters there has been no question of greater significance, during the last few years, than the pessimism of Mark Twain. During the last few years, I say, for his own friends and contemporaries were rather inclined to make light of his oft-expressed belief that man is the meanest of the animals and life a tragic mistake. For some time before his ... Leer más

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  • The Ordeal of Mark Twain

    Exploring the Literary Legacy of a Beloved American Writer

    In "The Ordeal of Mark Twain," Van Wyck Brooks offers a profound and nuanced exploration of Samuel Clemens, better known as Mark Twain, positioning him within the broader tapestry of American literature. With a blend of biographical detail and literary critique, Brooks investigates Twain'Äôs life through the lens of his tumultuous experiences and the cultural upheaval of his time. The narrative is ... Leer más

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  • History of a literary radical, and other essays

    Challenging Literary Norms and Social Boundaries

    In "History of a Literary Radical, and Other Essays," Randolph Silliman Bourne explores the intricacies of American cultural and political thought in the early 20th century. Through a series of incisive essays, Bourne critiques the societal norms and conventions that stifle creative expression. His distinctive literary style combines a blend of personal narrative with critical analysis, embodying ... Leer más

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  • Summer

    A Lyrical Journey Through Love and Art in Italy

    Romain Rolland'Äôs "Summer" is a deeply introspective novel that artfully intertwines philosophical musings with the ephemeral beauty of human connections. Set against the backdrop of a sun-drenched landscape, the narrative explores themes of love, friendship, and the transient nature of life. Rolland employs a lyrical prose style, marked by vivid imagery and emotive language, inviting readers to ... Leer más

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  • The World of H.G. Wells

    Unveiling the Literary Legacy of a Science Fiction Pioneer

    In "The World of H.G. Wells," Van Wyck Brooks delves into the multifaceted literary landscape traversed by one of the 20th century's most influential writers. Combining biographical insights with astute literary criticism, Brooks explores Wells's contributions to science fiction, social commentary, and political thought, articulating how they resonate with the scientific advancements and societal ... Leer más

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  • The Times of Melville and Whitman [1st Edition]

    In this volume, first published in 1947, Pulitzer Prize winning author Van Wyck Brooks gives a superb recreation of a segment of American literary history, namely the period from approximately the 1840's through to the 1890's. Those were the days of Melville, Whitman, Mark Twain, Lanier, Bret Harte, Audubon, John Muir and a host of other major and minor writers.No other American critic quite ... Leer más

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  • Earth Memories

    Earth Memories is a wonderful collection of essays by the English writer Llewelyn Powys. These 'love letters to the English Countryside' manifest throughout great depth of nature lore and observation hand in hand with the author's own personal pagan creed and commentary on places, people and things.This edition, which was first published in 1938, includes an Introduction by the American literary ... Leer más

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