Claude Rawson Books

HarperCollins is proud to present its range of best-loved, essential classics. 'She had been forced into prudence in her youth, she learned romance as she grew older: the natural sequel of an unnatural beginning.' Written at the end of the Napoleonic Wars, Persuasion is a tale of love, heartache and the determination of one woman as she strives to reignite a lost love. Anne Elliot is persuaded by her friends and family to reject a marriage proposal from Captain Wentworth because he lacks in fortune and rank. More than seven years later, when he returns home from the Navy, Anne realises she still has strong feelings for him, but Wentworth only appears to have eyes for a friend of Anne's. Moving, tender, but intrinsically 'Austen' in style, with it's satirical portrayal of the vanity of society in eighteenth-century England, Persuasion celebrates enduring love and hope.

Classic / British English Gulliver travels across the sea from England and has an accident. He arrives in a country of very, very small people. What will they do with him? How will he talk to them? And why are the Big-enders fighting the Little-enders? This Pack contains a Book and MP3

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.

The book delves into the disruptive influences affecting the literary landscape of the Augustan period, with a particular focus on Henry Fielding's work. It analyzes how Fielding's writings reflect and respond to the cultural and civilizational challenges of his time, providing insights into the complexities of Augustan ideals under pressure. Through this exploration, the author highlights the interplay between literature and the societal forces at play during the era.