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Literary Taste: How to Form It: With Detailed Instructions for Collecting a Complete Library of English Literature

1909

Arnold Bennett

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Literary Taste: How to Form It: With Detailed Instructions for Collecting a Complete Library of English Literature

Arnold Bennett

1909

Literary Taste: How to Form It is a guidebook by Arnold Bennett, first published in 1909, that explores the development of literary appreciation and the importance of cultivating literary taste. Bennett argues that literary engagement is essential for a fulfilling life, challenging the notion that literature is merely a social refinement. The book includes a detailed bibliography of recommended English literature, emphasizing the connection between literature and human experience. Its influence persists over a century later, despite its focus on a limited canon of English works.

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