This series transports readers to the vibrant world of the 19th century, a period marked by profound social change, passionate romances, and intellectual upheaval. Explore an era of stark contrasts, from the throes of industrial revolution to the dawn of artistic avant-gardes. Each volume uncovers compelling narratives and characters that shaped this pivotal era of Western culture. Immerse yourself in a rich tapestry of history that continues to resonate today.
Focusing on Hamlin Garland's early work, this collection of essays by Donald Pizer highlights the significance of this formative period in the author's career. Pizer's analyses aim to re-establish Garland's contributions and influence, shedding light on his activities and literary development during these crucial years.
“Postliberalization Indian Novels in English: Politics of Global Reception and Awards” is a critical handbook that focuses on trends in contemporary Indian novels and discusses the global reception of these works. The volume provides a systematic approach to the study of Indian novelists that have not been (with certain exceptions) extensively examined.
Violence, Identity and Ecology in Victorian Adventure Fiction
Focusing on the intersection of animal studies, ecocriticism, and postcolonial studies, this book examines the role of exotic animals in Victorian adventure literature. It explores how these animals symbolize broader themes of empire and colonialism, reshaping our understanding of the narratives and their cultural implications. Through this lens, the work highlights the complex relationships between humans and animals in the context of imperialism.
The Oxford Movement, initiating what is commonly called the Catholic Revival of the Church of England and of global Anglicanism more generally, has been a perennial subject of study by historians since its beginning in the 1830s. But the leader of the movement whose name was most associated with it during the nineteenth century, Edward Bouverie Pusey, has long been neglected by historical studies of the Anglican Catholic Revival. This collection of essays seeks to redress the negative and marginalizing historiography of Pusey, and to increase current understanding of both Pusey and his culture. The essays take Pusey's contributions to the Oxford Movement and its theological thinking seriously; most significantly, they endeavour to understand Pusey on his own terms, rather than by comparison with Newman or Keble. The volume reveals Pusey as a serious theologian who had a significant impact on the Victorian period, both within the Oxford Movement and in wider areas of church politics and theology. This reassessment is important not merely to rehabilitate Pusey's reputation, but also to help our current understanding of the Oxford Movement, Anglicanism and British Christianity in the nineteenth century.
Fielding, Richardson, Sterne, Goldsmith, Sheridan, Lamb
Focusing on the sentimental elements in Dickens's novels, this study offers a fresh perspective on how he uses emotion to critique the complexities of nineteenth-century society. It explores the intricate literary tradition surrounding sentimentality, revealing how Dickens navigates and challenges societal norms through his characters and narratives.
A Revisionary History
Focusing on Ruskin's Guild of St George, this comprehensive work delves into his later career, highlighting his efforts in social, cultural, and environmental activism. Drawing on significant new materials, it provides an authoritative exploration of this pivotal venture, shedding light on its impact and relevance in Ruskin's life and the broader context of his contributions to society.
The Development of an Indian Mental Hospital in British India, c. 1925-1940
The book offers a detailed examination of a psychiatric institution under colonial rule in the early twentieth century, highlighting patient statistics and medical treatments. It explores the process of 'indigenisation' of colonial medical services and the role of international professional networks, providing insights into how these elements influenced mental health care during that period.
Focusing on William Morris's representations of violence, this book presents a fresh perspective on his literary and political vision from 1856 to 1890. It argues that the concept of regenerative battle plays a crucial role in his work, challenging traditional interpretations and revealing deeper insights into his ideology and artistic expression.