The digital edition of all books may be viewed on our website before purchase. Excerpt from The Shifting of Literary Values (Classic Reprint)
About the Publisher
Forgotten Books publishes hundreds of thousands of rare and classic books.
This book is a reproduction of an important historical work. Forgotten Books uses state-of-the-art technology to digitally reconstruct the work, preserving the original format whilst repairing imperfections present in the aged copy. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in our edition. We do, however, repair the vast majority of imperfections successfully; any imperfections that remain are intentionally left to preserve the state of such historical works. This text has been digitally restored from a historical edition. Some errors may persist, however we consider it worth publishing due to the work's historical value.The digital edition of all books may be viewed on our website before purchase.
Les informations fournies dans la section « Synopsis » peuvent faire référence à une autre édition de ce titre.
Vendeur : Forgotten Books, London, Royaume-Uni
Paperback. Etat : New. Print on Demand. This book presents a bold challenge to conventional literary criticism, arguing that our reverence for classic works should evolve alongside our changing moral and intellectual values. The author contends that many revered classics, often products of bygone eras dominated by stoicism, monasticism, feudalism, and puritanism, promote outdated and even harmful views on life, beauty, and truth. Delving into the historical context of literary movements, the author examines how evolving ethical and philosophical perspectives influence our interpretation of art. Drawing upon critiques from renowned figures like Nietzsche, Taine, and Macaulay, the book scrutinizes the limitations of celebrated works, including the Meditations of Marcus Aurelius and the Imitation of Christ, exposing their inconsistencies and outdated ideals. This thought-provoking exploration advocates for a reevaluation of literary merit, urging readers to embrace a more critical and independent approach to appreciating classic works. By acknowledging the dynamic relationship between morality and art, this book empowers us to engage with literature in a way that reflects our present-day values and aspirations. Ultimately, it underscores the importance of aligning our literary judgments with our evolving understanding of the world, ensuring that the classics we celebrate remain relevant and enriching to our lives. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. N° de réf. du vendeur 9781330654958_0
Quantité disponible : Plus de 20 disponibles
Vendeur : PBShop.store US, Wood Dale, IL, Etats-Unis
PAP. Etat : New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. N° de réf. du vendeur LW-9781330654958
Quantité disponible : 15 disponible(s)
Vendeur : PBShop.store UK, Fairford, GLOS, Royaume-Uni
PAP. Etat : New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. N° de réf. du vendeur LW-9781330654958
Quantité disponible : 15 disponible(s)