An exploration of the art of literary criticism, drawing on the works of prominent 19th and early 20th century writers. J.E. Spingarn, a scholar of African American literature and a co-founder of the NAACP, offers a nuanced and insightful discussion of the ways in which critics can interpret and analyze literary works from diverse perspectives.
Critical Essays of the Seventeenth Century is a collection of some of the most influential and controversial essays of the 1600s, covering topics such as politics, religion, literature, and philosophy. Edited and introduced by a noted scholar of early modern intellectual history, the book provides valuable insight into the intellectual and cultural trends of the period and sheds light on the origins of many of the debates that continue to shape modern thought. With its authoritative scholarship and careful selection of texts, Critical Essays of the Seventeenth Century is an indispensable resource for students and scholars of early modern intellectual history.