Ian Watt

Ian Watt was a distinguished literary critic and historian whose work profoundly explored the genesis of the modern novel. His seminal study investigates how the philosophical, economic, and social currents of the early 18th century shaped the emergence of this new literary form. By analyzing key authors, Watt illuminated the rise of literary realism and its deep connections to the era's prevailing conditions. His scholarship remains a foundational contribution to understanding the novel's historical trajectory and development.