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Essays in criticism

by Matthew Arnold

Level C1 · AdvancedHistoricalPoetry19 chapters
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About this book

Dive into a thoughtful exploration of literary criticism and cultural reflection, where the author challenges prevailing opinions and seeks a balanced vision of truth amidst changing intellectual tides. Engage with sharp insights on translation, education, and the evolving spirit of an era.

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19 chapters in all. The first chapter is free to read with no account.

02PREFACE. (1865,)
03I. THE FUNCTION OF CRITICISM AT THE PRESENTTIME.
04III. MAURICE DE GUÉRIN.
05IV. EUGÉNIE DE GUÉRIN.
06V. HEINRICH HEINE.
07VI. PAGAN AND MEDIÆVAL RELIGIOUS SENTIMENT.
08VIII. JOUBERT.
09IX. SPINOZA AND THE BIBLE.
10X. MARCUS AURELIUS.
11I. THE STUDY OF POETRY.[24]
12XII. MILTON[34]

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