Claude Rawson Books

Featuring essays from twenty-nine prominent scholars and critics, this collection explores the contributions of notable English poets spanning from Chaucer to Larkin. Each essay delves into the unique styles, themes, and historical contexts of these poets, offering diverse perspectives and insights into their works. This volume serves as a comprehensive resource for understanding the evolution of English poetry and the lasting impact of its key figures.

Will Anne, who is the protagonist of the story, act with her inner voice or with the voices around herself? Will she accept love of Captain Wentworth? Or, will she reject him again as she did seven years ago?

Follows Lemuel Gulliver on his voyages through fantastical lands, including Lilliput--whose inhabitants are only inches tall--and Brobdingnag, populated with giants.

The book delves into Jonathan Swift's significant influence on his contemporaries and successors within the English Augustan literary tradition. It examines how Swift's sharp satire and distinctive style shaped the works of other writers, highlighting his role in the evolution of literary satire and the broader cultural context of the period. Through analysis of various texts, the author reveals the interconnectedness of Swift's ideas and the literary responses they inspired.

The book offers a critical examination of the terms 'neo-classic' and 'Augustan' as they relate to eighteenth-century literature, providing fresh insights and reappraisals of these concepts. Additionally, it reflects on the evolving trends in academic study of the subject over the past twenty years, making it a valuable resource for scholars interested in literary analysis and historical context.

This insightful study delves into the life and works of Jonathan Swift, highlighting his sharp satire and impactful polemics. Written by a leading scholar, the book offers a deep analysis of Swift's contributions to literature and social commentary, exploring the themes and historical context that shaped his writing. It aims to illuminate Swift's enduring relevance and the complexities of his character, making it a valuable resource for understanding his literary legacy.

Focusing on the literary culture of the Augustan period, this work examines the disruptive forces that influenced Henry Fielding's writing. It explores how Fielding's narratives reflect and respond to the complexities of Augustan civilization, highlighting the tensions between ideals and realities during this era. Through in-depth analysis, the book sheds light on the interplay between Fielding's literary contributions and the broader cultural context of his time.

This critical analysis highlights the extremism of Swiftian satire and its off page menaces.