The book explores the use of gendered language in the realm of eighteenth-century literary criticism, examining how societal norms influenced the discourse surrounding literature. It delves into the implications of this language on the perception of gender roles and the impact on both writers and critics of the time. By analyzing various texts, the author reveals the intricate relationship between language, gender, and literary evaluation in a pivotal historical context.
Focusing on the literary contributions of Aphra Behn, this book employs statistical measures and word counts to analyze her poetry, drama, and prose. It categorizes her works by genre, providing a detailed examination of her unique literary style. The concluding section introduces thematic inquiries, offering an innovative and thorough evaluation of Behn's entire body of work, highlighting her significance in literary history.
Focusing on the use of gendered language in eighteenth-century literary criticism, this analysis explores how societal norms influenced the portrayal of gender in literary discourse. It examines the implications of language choices on the perception of authors and their works, revealing the biases and cultural attitudes of the time. By dissecting critical texts, the book highlights the interplay between gender and literature, shedding light on the historical context that shaped literary criticism during this period.
This volume presents twelve essays examining the history of the book during the long eighteenth century, emphasizing the integration of literary scholarship with book history practices. It addresses key themes such as the need to acknowledge the materiality of books and its implications for literature, the interplay between book forms and literary content, and the impact of commercial pressures on book production. The essays draw parallels between the eighteenth-century expansion of print and the current shift to digital media. Notable figures in authorship and the book trade, including Alexander Pope, Delarivier Manley, Samuel Johnson, and Frances Burney, are explored in detail. The texts analyzed range from encyclopedias and cookbooks to horse-racing studiobooks and domestic commonplace books. The collection identifies new research areas, particularly in reading and writing practices in handwritten books, and suggests utilizing new media to enhance our understanding of print history. Accompanied by thirty-five illustrations, the volume begins with remarks by J. Paul Hunter and features contributions from both established experts and emerging scholars, offering a comprehensive appraisal of print culture evolution in this period.
