Trilling, Lionel
The Moral Obligation to Be Intelligent: Selected Essays
- ISBN 13:
- 9780810124882
- author:
- Trilling, Lionel
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Northwestern University Press
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2009
- Pages:
- 572
- Genre:
- Literature - Classics / Criticism
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 10 working days
Description
Lionel Trilling's Selected Essays offers a profound exploration of the human experience through the lens of culture, literature, and intellectual inquiry. This collection brings together 32 of Trilling's most thought-provoking essays, showcasing his unique blend of intellectual rigor and literary insight. From his critiques of Jane Austen and George Orwell to his seminal essays on art and morality, Trilling's work continues to resonate with readers today. Trilling's essays demonstrate a patient and thorough approach to understanding the complexities of life, art, and culture. His writing is characterized by a clear and concise style, with arguments that flow effortlessly from one idea to the next. This collection provides a unique opportunity to engage with Trilling's work, which continues to speak to issues that transcend time and circumstance. For readers interested in exploring the intersection of culture, literature, and intellectual inquiry, Lionel Trilling's Selected Essays is a valuable and thought-provoking addition to any literary collection.
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