Criticism And Fiction - William Dean Howells - Bog

Criticism And Fiction is a book by William Dean Howells, a prominent American author and literary critic who played a crucial role in shaping the literary landscape of the late 19th and early 20th centuries. The book is a collection of essays and articles that explore the relationship between fiction and criticism, and how they both contribute to the development of literature.In the book, Howells argues that fiction and criticism are two sides of the same coin, and that each has a vital role to play in the creation and interpretation of literature. He examines various aspects of fiction writing, including plot, character, and style, and offers insights into how these elements can be used to create compelling and meaningful stories.At the same time, Howells also delves into the world of literary criticism, exploring the different approaches that critics take to analyzing and interpreting works of fiction. He discusses the importance of context, and how the social and historical background of a work can shape its meaning and significance.Throughout the book, Howells draws on his extensive knowledge of literature and his own experiences as a writer and critic to offer a nuanced and insightful perspective on the art of fiction and the role of criticism in shaping our understanding of it. Criticism And Fiction is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history and development of literature, as well as for aspiring writers and critics looking to hone their skills and deepen their understanding of the craft.The misfortune rather than the fault of our individual critic is that he is the heir of the false theory and bad manners of the English school. The theory of that school has apparently been that almost any person of glib and lively expression is competent to write of almost any branch of polite literature; its manners are what we know.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.