George Saintsbury (1845-1933) was a journalist, reviewer, critic, editor, and Professor of Literature at the University of Edinburgh. Thomas Pinney is Professor of English Emeritus at Pomona College. Among other books, he is author of A History of Wine in America (in two volumes from UC Press).
46 Ebooks por George Saintsbury
George Saintsbury: Historical Manual of English Prosody
Whilst the greatest effort has been made to ensure the quality of this text, due to the historical nature of this content, in some rare cases there may be minor issues with legibility. To the Senior …
PDF
Inglês
DRM
€11.38
George Saintsbury: Notes on a Cellar-Book
Since its first publication in 1920, George Saintsbury’s classic Notes on a Cellar-Book has remained one of the greatest tributes to drink and drinking in the literature of wine. A collection of tast …
PDF
Inglês
DRM
€44.99
Honoré de Balzac: The Human Comedy: Introductions and Appendix
libreka classics – These are classics of literary history, reissued and made available to a wide audience. Immerse yourself in well-known and popular titles! …
EPUB
Inglês
€0.99
George Saintsbury: Flourishing of Romance and the Rise of Allegory
Originally published in 1897, "The Flourishing Of Romance And The Rise Of Allegory" is a fascinating treatise by English writer George Saintsbury on Romance. Contents include: "The fun …
EPUB
Inglês
DRM
€10.28
George Saintsbury: Essays in English Literature, 1780-1860
This volume contains a collection of critical literary essays written by George Saintsbury. The writers dealt with in these criticisms include De Quincey, Sydney Smith, George Crabbe, and many more. …
EPUB
Inglês
DRM
€10.28
George Saintsbury & William Makepeace Thackeray: Henry Esmond; The English Humourists; The Four Georges
The estate of Castlewood, in Virginia, which was given to our ancestors by King Charles the First, as some return for the sacrifices made in his Majesty’s cause by the Esmond family, lies in Westmore …
EPUB
Inglês
DRM
€2.55
George Saintsbury: Dryden (Barnes & Noble Digital Library)
Saintsbury examines the life of John Dryden (1631–1700), England’s first Poet Laureate and one of the most important writers of the late seventeenth century. He is best known for his poems, plays, li …
EPUB
Inglês
DRM
€1.99
George Saintsbury: Marlborough (Barnes & Noble Digital Library)
The brilliant military career of John Churchill, the First Duke of Malrborough (1650-1722), spanned five monarchs and included shifting loyalties. This 1885 life story tries to correct the imbalance …
EPUB
Inglês
DRM
€1.99
George Saintsbury: The English Novel (Barnes & Noble Digital Library)
Published in 1913, Saintsbury’s study of the history of the novel in England examines its influences and origins. His critical essays include discussions on the works of Swift, Scott, Thackeray …
EPUB
Inglês
DRM
€1.99
George Saintsbury: Corrected Impressions (Barnes & Noble Digital Library)
First published in 1895, Collected Impressions is Saintsbury’s lively and individual evaluation of the great Victorian writers from Thackeray through Ruskin. His study of Matthew Arnold is for m …
EPUB
Inglês
DRM
€1.99
George Saintsbury: Essays in English Literature, 1780-1860 (Barnes & Noble Digital Library)
This 1890 collection includes essays on such writers as William Hazlitt, Thomas Moore, Leigh Hunt, and Thomas De Quincy. Saintsbury clearly outlines the general characteristics of each author, always …
EPUB
Inglês
DRM
€1.99
George Saintsbury: A History of English Prose Rhythm (Barnes & Noble Digital Library)
Published in 1912, this scholarly exploration of meter and rhythm begins with ancient Greece and Rome; moving through Old and Middle English; Chaucer; the ornate and plain styles; Edmund Burke; the g …
EPUB
Inglês
DRM
€1.99
George Saintsbury: A Short History of English Literature (Barnes & Noble Digital Library)
This 1898 survey evaluates English literature on its own merits, including the earliest Anglo-Saxon poems such as Beowulf, the early and late romances, the innovations of Chaucer and the Scottish poe …
EPUB
Inglês
DRM
€1.99
George Saintsbury: Matthew Arnold
In ‘Matthew Arnold’ by George Saintsbury, readers are given a comprehensive analysis of the life and works of one of the most significant Victorian poets and critics. Saintsbury delves into Arnold’s …
EPUB
Inglês
€1.99
George Saintsbury: The English Novel
In George Saintsbury’s ‘The English Novel’, readers are taken on a comprehensive journey through the evolution of the novel in English literature. Saintsbury examines various aspects of the novel, in …
EPUB
Inglês
€1.99
Prosper Mérimée: Letters to an Unknown
In ‘Letters to an Unknown’ by Prosper Mérimée, readers are taken on a journey through a collection of intimate letters that weave together a complex tale of love, betrayal, and mystery. The book is w …
EPUB
Inglês
€1.99
George Saintsbury: A Short History of French Literature
George Saintsbury’s ‘A Short History of French Literature’ is a comprehensive overview of the development of French literature from its early medieval origins to the modern era. Drawing on his expert …
EPUB
Inglês
€2.49
George Saintsbury: A History of Nineteenth Century Literature (1780-1895)
George Saintsbury’s ‘A History of Nineteenth Century Literature (1780-1895)’ is a comprehensive and detailed examination of the literary works produced during a crucial period in literary history. Sa …
EPUB
Inglês
€1.99
Jonathan Swift: Polite Conversation in Three Dialogues
Jonathan Swift’s ‘Polite Conversation in Three Dialogues’ is a satirical work that cleverly critiques the superficiality and pretentiousness of conversational norms in 18th century polite society. Th …
EPUB
Inglês
€1.99
George Saintsbury: Historical Manual of English Prosody
George Saintsbury’s ‘Historical Manual of English Prosody’ is a meticulously researched and comprehensive guide to the evolution of English poetry and the development of poetic metrics. Written in a …
EPUB
Inglês
€1.99
William Makepeace Thackeray: Henry Esmond; The English Humourists; The Four Georges
In ‘Henry Esmond; The English Humourists; The Four Georges’, William Makepeace Thackeray delves into English history and satire through a series of interconnected essays and a historical novel. Thack …
EPUB
Inglês
€2.49
George Saintsbury: A Letter Book
In George Saintsbury’s ‘A Letter Book, ‘ readers are treated to a collection of letters spanning various genres and topics, showcasing Saintsbury’s diverse literary interests and keen insight into th …
EPUB
Inglês
€1.99
George Saintsbury: Sir Walter Scott
In ‘Sir Walter Scott’ by George Saintsbury, the author delves into the life and works of the renowned Scottish novelist and poet. Saintsbury not only analyzes Scott’s literary style and contributions …
EPUB
Inglês
€1.99
Various: Elizabethan & Jacobean Pamphlets
In ‘Elizabethan & Jacobean Pamphlets’, Various authors compiled a collection of insightful and thought-provoking pamphlets from the Elizabethan and Jacobean eras. The book offers readers a glimpse in …
EPUB
Inglês
€2.49
George Saintsbury: A History of the French Novel (Vol. 1&2)
A History of the French Novel in two volumes is a work on the French literature written by George Saintsbury, English literary historian and critic. Saintsbury, being the most prominent authority on …
EPUB
Inglês
€1.99
George Saintsbury: Introduction and brief biography of Honore de Balzac
George Saintsbury’s ‘Introduction and Brief Biography of Honore de Balzac’ is a comprehensive exploration of the life and works of the renowned French novelist. In this book, Saintsbury delves into B …
EPUB
Inglês
€1.99
George Saintsbury: History of the French Novel
In George Saintsbury’s ‘History of the French Novel, ‘ readers are taken on a thorough exploration of French literature, tracing the evolution of the novel from its early beginnings to more modern de …
EPUB
Inglês
€1.99
Jane Austen: Pride and Prejudice (Illustrated Edition)
«Pride and Prejudice» is a novel by Jane Austen, first published in 1813. The story follows the main character Elizabeth Bennet as she deals with issues of manners, upbringing, morality, education, a …
EPUB
Inglês
DRM
€20.99
George Saintsbury: Historical Manual of English Prosody
George Saintsbury’s ‘Historical Manual of English Prosody’ is a comprehensive exploration of the evolution of English poetry and its prosodic forms. The book delves into the historical development of …
EPUB
Inglês
€1.99
Jonathan Swift: Polite Conversation in Three Dialogues
In Jonathan Swift’s ‘Polite Conversation in Three Dialogues, ‘ the reader is immersed in a satirical exploration of the frivolity and superficiality of polite society. Swift’s signature wit and cleve …
EPUB
Inglês
€1.99
George Saintsbury: Introduction and brief biography of Honore de Balzac
George Saintsbury’s ‘Introduction and brief biography of Honore de Balzac’ provides readers with a comprehensive and insightful look into the life and works of the influential French novelist Honore …
EPUB
Inglês
€1.99
George Saintsbury: A Short History of French Literature
George Saintsbury’s ‘A Short History of French Literature’ provides readers with a comprehensive overview of the development of French literature from its beginnings to the late 19th century. With a …
EPUB
Inglês
€1.99
George Saintsbury: Matthew Arnold
George Saintsbury’s insightful and comprehensive biography, ‘Matthew Arnold’, delves into the life and works of the renowned Victorian poet and critic. Saintsbury expertly analyzes Arnold’s literary …
EPUB
Inglês
€1.99
George Saintsbury: The English Novel
George Saintsbury’s ‘The English Novel’ is a comprehensive and insightful exploration of the development and evolution of the English novel. Written in a scholarly and engaging style, the book examin …
EPUB
Inglês
€1.99
George Saintsbury: A Letter Book
In ‘A Letter Book’ by George Saintsbury, readers are treated to a collection of the author’s personal letters spanning various topics such as literature, travel, and social commentary. This epistolar …
EPUB
Inglês
€1.99
George Saintsbury: A History of the French Novel
In ‘A History of the French Novel’ by George Saintsbury, readers are taken on a comprehensive journey through the development of the French novel. Saintsbury’s literary style is marked by his meticul …
EPUB
Inglês
€1.99
George Saintsbury: A History of Criticism and Literary Taste in Europe
George Saintsbury’s ‘A History of Criticism and Literary Taste in Europe’ provides a comprehensive overview of the development of literary criticism and taste across Europe. The book explores differe …
EPUB
Inglês
€1.99
George Saintsbury: A History Of Criticism And Literary Taste In Europe, From The Earliest Texts To The Present Day vol.l
"A History of Criticism and Literary Taste in Europe, from the Earliest Texts to the Present Day" is a comprehensive survey of literary criticism throughout the history of European literatu …
EPUB
Inglês
DRM
€0.99
George Saintsbury: Historical Manual of English Prosody
Historical Manual of English Prosody is a work on prosody by George Saintsbury. Prosody — the rhythm, stress, and intonation of speech is expertly covered in this indispensable work for students of p …
EPUB
Inglês
€1.99
Marguerite de Navarre: The Tales of the Heptameron (Vol. 1-5)
Dive into the enchanting world of Marguerite de Navarre’s ‘The Tales of the Heptameron, ‘ a captivating collection of 72 short stories intricately woven into a frame narrative. Drawing inspiration fr …
EPUB
Inglês
€1.99
