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Biographical Dictionary of Literary Influences: The Nineteenth Century, 1800-1914

By John Powell

Book information

Publisher
Greenwood
Year
2000
ISBN
031330422X, 9780313304224
LCC
Z1039.C45 B56 2001
Open Library ID
OL10419813M
Language
english
Format
PDF
Filesize
29 MB (30923858 bytes)
Pages
536\539
Scanned
no
Time added
2011-04-20 14:05:05

Description

Over the past two decades, the process of cultural development and, in particular, the role of reading has been of growing interest, but recent research has been episodic and idiosyncratic. In this biographical dictionary, research devoted specifically to the reading habits of 19th century individuals who shaped Western culture is brought together for the first time. While giving prominent coverage to literary and political figures, the volume's 270 entries also include musicians, painters, educators, and explorers. Each entry includes brief biographical information, a concise summary of literary influences on the subject, and clear direction for further research. The book provides a practical tool for scholars wishing to trace the reading experience of important Western cultural figures.

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