Literary History & Criticism


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    Walter Pater: Individualism And Aesthetic Philosophy
    Kate Hext - Hardback - Edinburgh University Press
    This title explores how Walter Pater and his contemporary aesthetes were influenced by modern philosophies.
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    Walter Scott And Contemporary Theory
    Evan Gottlieb - Paperback - Bloomsbury
    This title introduces key concepts in contemporary literary theory to explore the major novels of Sir Walter Scott. This volume builds on this renewed appreciation of Scott's importance by viewing his most significant novels through the lens of contemporary critical theory.
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    Walter Scott And Contemporary Theory
    Evan Gottlieb - Hardback - Continuum
    This title introduces key concepts in contemporary literary theory to explore the major novels of Sir Walter Scott. This volume builds on this renewed appreciation of Scott's importance by viewing his most significant novels through the lens of contemporary critical theory.
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    William Shakespeare's Macbeth
    Rebecca McKinlay Sheinberg - Paperback - Research & Education Association
    'MAXnotes' offer a fresh look at masterpieces of literature, presented in a lively and interesting fashion. Written by literary experts who teach/have taught the subject, each book in the series will enhance your understanding and appreciation of the work.
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    The World Of The Wind In The Willows
    - Paperback - Pitkin
    The dreamy world of the riverbank and Toad, Ratty, Mole and Badger is woven into the childhood of many who have been entranced by Kenneth Grahame's evocative story. 'The Wind in the Willows'. This book brings these characters to life and explores their relationship with their author.
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    William McGonagall: Collected Poems
    William McGonagall - Paperback - Birlinn
    The execrable rhymes, the terrible scansion, the ludicrous subject matter - despite everything, William McGonagall remains one of Scotland's favourite poets. This volume brings together the three collections - 'Poetic Gems', 'More Poetic Gems' and 'Last Poetic Gems', and includes autobiographical material.
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    Walter Scott And The Limits Of Language
    Alison Lumsden - Hardback - Edinburgh University Press
    This text draws on Alison Lumsden's experience to suggest a reading of Scott that highlights his startlingly contemporary approach to theories of language and the creative implications of this within his work.
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    A Wee Guide To Sir Walter Scott
    - Paperback - Goblinshead
    Part of a series of 'Wee Guides' to Scotland, its history and culture, this book looks at the life and times of arguably Scotland's greatest novelist, poet, historian and statesmen. The book contains many places to visit associated with Scott, including information on Abbotsford, his home in the Scottish Borders.
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    Writing For Children
    Linda Strachan - Paperback - A. & C. Black
    Many people want to write for children but are often unaware of the wide variety of markets to choose from or how to find the right publisher for their idea. Aimed at both established and aspiring writers, this book offers advice on the whole publishing process from initial idea through to final publication and beyond.
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    War And Nation In The Theatre Of Shakespeare And His Contemporaries
    Simon Barker - Hardback - Edinburgh University Press
    This original study explores a vital aspect of early-modern cultural history: the way that warfare is represented in the theatre of Shakespeare and his contemporaries.

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