C. S. Lewis

Selected Literary Essays (Canto Classics)

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ISBN 13:: 9781107685383
author:: C. S. Lewis
format:: Paperback
publisher:: Cambridge University Press
language:: English
Publication Year:: 2013
Pages:: 354
Dimensions:: 13.8 x 1.8 x 21.6 cm
Genre:: Poetry, Drama & Criticism, History & Criticism, Literary Theory & Movements
Condition:: New
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C. S. Lewis's Selected Literary Essays offers a unique insight into the author's critical thought and literary expertise. Spanning over three decades, this collection comprises twenty essays that explore various topics in literature, from medieval authors to 20th-century writers. Lewis's writing is characterized by its lively wit, forthrightness, and erudition, making these essays engaging and informative reads. The volume covers a wide range of subjects, including the impact of the Authorized Version on literature and the role of psycho-analysis in literary criticism. This collection provides an excellent opportunity for readers to engage with Lewis's critical thought and gain a deeper understanding of his literary expertise.

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