The Ordeal of Mark Twain
- 276 páginas
- 10 horas de lectura
Van Wyck Brooks es reconocido como crítico literario e historiador de la literatura estadounidense del siglo XIX. Su serie de estudios, conocida como la serie “Makers and Finders”, ofreció profundas perspectivas sobre creadores y pensadores estadounidenses. El trabajo de Brooks exploró la historia cultural e intelectual de los Estados Unidos, analizando los procesos creativos y las filosofías de los autores estadounidenses. Sus escritos brindan a los lectores una exploración cautivadora del desarrollo literario estadounidense y su lugar dentro del panorama cultural más amplio.






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.