Algernon Charles Swinburne: A Critical Study (1912)

Algernon Charles Swinburne: A Critical Study is a book written by Edward Thomas in 1912. The book is a comprehensive analysis of the life and work of Algernon Charles Swinburne, a prominent Victorian-era poet and literary critic. Thomas delves into the details of Swinburne's upbringing, education, and literary influences, as well as his relationships with other writers and thinkers of the time. The book examines Swinburne's poetry and prose, including his controversial works such as Poems and Ballads, which was criticized for its eroticism and unconventional themes. Thomas provides a critical analysis of Swinburne's writing style, themes, and motifs, and explores the ways in which his work reflected the social and political climate of Victorian England. Overall, Algernon Charles Swinburne: A Critical Study is an insightful and detailed examination of one of the most important literary figures of the Victorian era, and provides readers with a deeper understanding of Swinburne's life, work, and legacy.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.