This new biography of George Eliot is not just the story of her life. It gives an account of what it means to become a novelist, and to think like a novelist. Philip Davis enables you not only to see through George Eliot's eyes, but also feel what it is like to be seen by her, in the imaginative involvement of her readers with her characters.
This volume discusses the life and work of William James (1842-1910), a founder of the study of psychology. It concerns life-writing and writing for the sake of existence and combines literature, psychology, philosophy, and biography.
Davis presents original case-histories of readers to delve into just what reading is and how it works. Each chapter begins with a poem or excerpt which becomes the scene either of a reading-group transcription or of a thought- piece from an interviewed reader to explore therapeutic reading and how culture might impact upon health.
This biography explores the life of Bernard Malamud, a prominent Jewish American novelist and short-story writer, highlighting his journey from the son of impoverished immigrants to a literary giant. It delves into his contributions to post-war literature, placing him alongside contemporaries like Saul Bellow and Philip Roth. The work aims to reignite interest in Malamud's legacy and examine his significant impact on American literature.
This new literary history series aims to provide a comprehensive overview of English literature in the 21st century, succeeding the esteemed Oxford History of English Literature. It promises to explore contemporary themes, significant authors, and evolving literary forms, marking a fresh perspective on the evolution of literature. The companion volume enhances this exploration, together offering a detailed and insightful analysis of modern literary developments.
Why Victorian Literature Still Matters is a passionate defense of the enduring impact of Victorian realism today. With a nod to the popularity of phrenology within that era, noted literary scholar Philip Davis points to a corner of the human mind where all Victorian literature resides.
Explores the foundations of mathematics, looking at the history and philosophy of the field, and includes biographical sketches of people who have made mathematics their life's work.
Reading and the Reader defends the value of reading serious literature, investigating the role of the reader in the human search for meaning outside as well as inside of books.
Discusses the impact that mathematics and computers have on our intellectual and emotional lives.
Focusing on the energy systems of the human body, this book offers a foundational overview for those engaged in non-precise energy work and students exploring the subject. It presents essential information without delving into the intricate details required by practitioners like acupuncturists, making it accessible for a broader audience interested in understanding energy dynamics.