Paul Goring Books

Focusing on the eighteenth-century's intrigue with the human body, this book delves into how physicality was perceived as a powerful medium of expression and communication. It examines the cultural significance of sensibility during this period, highlighting how bodily experiences shaped emotional and rhetorical discourse. Through various contexts, it reveals the interplay between physicality and sentiment, illustrating the era's unique understanding of human expression.

This guide to eighteenth-century literature and culture provides students with the ideal introduction to literature and its context from 1688-1789, the historical, cultural and intellectual background including the expansion of cultural production and the growth of "print culture"; major writers, genres and groups; concise explanations of key terms needed to understand the literature and criticism; an overview of key critical approaches; a chronology mapping historical events and literary works; and a guide to further reading, including websites and electronic resources.

Studying Literature combines practical advice on study skills, from using the library to preparation for exams, with a comprehensive overview of literary theories and theorists. It is an ideal introduction to the subject for university students. New to this edition is a section on how to access and effectively use digital resources.