The Ordeal of Mark Twain
- 276pages
- 10 heures de lecture
Van Wyck Brooks est une figure reconnue en tant que critique littéraire et historien de la littérature américaine du XIXe siècle. Sa série d'études, connue sous le nom de série « Makers and Finders », offrait des aperçus approfondis sur les créateurs et les penseurs américains. L'œuvre de Brooks explorait l'histoire culturelle et intellectuelle des États-Unis, analysant les processus créatifs et les philosophies des auteurs américains. Ses écrits offrent aux lecteurs une exploration captivante du développement littéraire américain et de sa place dans le paysage culturel plus large.






This book is a collection of essays and letters written by four prominent writers who explored the theme of the ideal in their works. They examine the tension between the ideal and the practical, and the ways in which the ideal can both inspire and complicate one's life. The book is a great resource for anyone interested in the history of philosophy and literature, as well as the concept of the ideal in Western thought.
This biography chronicles the life and work of John Addington Symonds, an influential English writer and critic of the Victorian era. The author explores Symonds' personal and professional life, including his literary achievements, his contributions to the study of homosexuality and Greek culture, and his influence on the development of English literature. This book is a valuable resource for those interested in Victorian culture, literary criticism, and the history of sexuality.