Figures of Several Centuries by Arthur Symons
"Figures of Several Centuries" by Arthur Symons is a collection of literary essays written in the early 20th century. The work features in-depth analyses of notable figures from literature and philosophy, including St. Augustine, Charles Lamb, and Edgar Allan Poe, reflecting on their contributions and influences on the literary world. Symons combines criticism with biographical insights, offering readers a multifaceted understanding of these historical figures. The opening of the book begins withan exploration of St. Augustine's "Confessions," highlighting its unique position as the first autobiography directed to God. Symons elaborates on Augustine's self-analysis and spiritual journey, connecting his reflections with broader themes of sin, grace, and the divine. The essay sets the stage for future discussions about other prominent literary figures, establishing a framework for appreciating the complexity and enduring significance of their works and lives. As the reader navigates through the essays, they encounter not just critiques, but also rich narratives that evoke the personal struggles and triumphs of each author discussed. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Symons, Arthur, 1865-1945 |
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| Title | Figures of Several Centuries |
| Note | Reading ease score: 57.6 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read. |
| Contents | Saint Augustine -- Charles Lamb -- Villon -- Casanova at Dux -- John Donne -- Emily Brontë -- Edgar Allan Poe -- Thomas Lovell Beddoes -- Gustave Flaubert -- George Meredith as a poet -- Algernon Charles Swinburne -- Dante Gabriel Rossetti -- A note on the genius of Thomas Hardy -- Léon Cladel -- Henrik Ibsen -- Joris-Karl Huysmans -- Two symbolists [Mallarmé and Villiers de l'Isle-Adam] -- Charles Baudelaire -- Walter Pater -- The Goncourts -- Coventry Patmore -- Sarojini Naidu -- Welsh poetry. |
| Credits | Produced by Ted Garvin, Martin Pettit and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PN: Language and Literatures: Literature: General, Criticism, Collections |
| Subject | Literature -- History and criticism |
| Subject | Authors |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 21407 |
| Release Date | May 9, 2007 |
| Most Recently Updated | Jan 2, 2021 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 200 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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