Mrs Grundy: Studies In English Prudery
Condition: SECONDHAND
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Author: Peter Fryer
Binding: Hardback
Published: DENNIS DOBSON, 1963
Condition:
Book: Good
Jacket: N/A
Pages: Tanning and foxing
Markings: Previous owner
This academic work presents a rigorous examination of English poetry, offering incisive analyses of various literary movements and individual poets. It uncovers the societal and cultural underpinnings that shaped poetic expression across different eras, particularly through the lens of conventional morality and its influence on artistic freedom. Peter Fister's scholarship illustrates how prevailing social attitudes, often personified by the figure of Mrs Grundy, both constrained and inspired poetic innovation. The text argues for a deeper understanding of the historical context surrounding poetic creation, detailing the intricate relationship between art and its contemporary audience. This compelling study provides a fresh perspective on canonical works and lesser-known verses, enriching the reader's appreciation for the complexities of English literary heritage.
Author: Peter Fryer
Binding: Hardback
Published: DENNIS DOBSON, 1963
Condition:
Book: Good
Jacket: N/A
Pages: Tanning and foxing
Markings: Previous owner
This academic work presents a rigorous examination of English poetry, offering incisive analyses of various literary movements and individual poets. It uncovers the societal and cultural underpinnings that shaped poetic expression across different eras, particularly through the lens of conventional morality and its influence on artistic freedom. Peter Fister's scholarship illustrates how prevailing social attitudes, often personified by the figure of Mrs Grundy, both constrained and inspired poetic innovation. The text argues for a deeper understanding of the historical context surrounding poetic creation, detailing the intricate relationship between art and its contemporary audience. This compelling study provides a fresh perspective on canonical works and lesser-known verses, enriching the reader's appreciation for the complexities of English literary heritage.