The Collected Writings Of Thomas De Quincey

The Collected Writings of Thomas De Quincey: Literary Theory and Criticism V11 is a comprehensive collection of essays, articles, and literary criticism written by the famous English essayist, Thomas De Quincey. This volume focuses specifically on De Quincey's contributions to literary theory and criticism, and includes a wide range of his writings on the subject. The book is divided into several sections, each of which covers a different aspect of literary theory and criticism. The first section includes De Quincey's thoughts on the nature of literature, including his famous essay ""On the Knocking at the Gate in Macbeth."" The second section focuses on the role of the critic, and includes essays on the art of criticism and the responsibilities of the critic. Other sections of the book explore De Quincey's views on specific literary genres, such as poetry, drama, and fiction. There are also essays on individual authors, including William Wordsworth, Samuel Taylor Coleridge, and John Milton. Throughout the book, De Quincey's writing is characterized by his erudition, wit, and keen insight into the workings of literature and criticism. His essays are both entertaining and thought-provoking, and offer a valuable perspective on the history of literary criticism. Overall, The Collected Writings of Thomas De Quincey: Literary Theory and Criticism V11 is an essential resource for anyone interested in the history of literary theory and criticism, as well as for fans of De Quincey's writing.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.