Modern Romance and Transformations of the Novel

The book delves into the interplay between the revival of romance and the rise of the novel in British literature from 1760 to 1850. It highlights how romance served as a metaphor for the authenticity of the novel amid societal changes. The study tracks the evolution of prose fiction, emphasizing its transformation in the hands of authors like Sir Walter Scott and Charles Dickens. Beginning with the Gothic novel, it explores how Scott's blend of romance and history shaped the literary landscape and influenced subsequent national authors.