“Criticism is the endeavour to find, to know, to love, to recommend, not only the best, but all the good, that has been known and thought and written in the world.”
Quote by George Saintsbury
Work
History Of English Criticism
This book delves into the various schools of thought and influential figures that have shaped the study and analysis of English literature, providing a historical perspective on the evolution of critical approaches. more
Author
George Saintsbury
George Saintsbury was an influential British writer, literary critic, and historian. His works spanned across various fields including literary criticism, historical research, and biography, having a profound impact on 19th-century British literature. more
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